Carora facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Typical street of Carohana
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 Carora
Location in Venezuela
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| Country | Venezuela | ||
| State | Lara | ||
| Counties | Torres Municipality | ||
| Elevation | 419 m (1,375 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 250.000 | ||
| Demonyms | carorenian, carorian, caroreño/a, caroriano/a. | ||
| Climate | Aw | ||
| Website | Alcaldía de Torres | ||
The City of Carora, commonly called Carora City (in Spanish, Ciudad de Carora), is a city in Lara State, Venezuela, on the Morere River, a branch of the Tocuyo River. It is about 54 miles southwest of Barquisimeto.
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History
Carora City was founded twice. The first time, in the year 1569 by Juan de Trejo, but due to constant attacks from the indigenous population, it was abandoned, only to be refounded three years later (1572) by Juan de Salmanca. Carora City flourished in colonial times, and grew to a population of nearly 10,000.
Economy
As of 1911, the neighboring country was devoted principally to raising horses, mules and cattle; in addition to hides and leather, it exported rubber and other forest products. As of 2005 the main economic activity of the area is still cattle ranching, but on milk production and milk products. In the 1990s grapes and wine making became important.
Education
Colleges and universities in Carohana City include National Experimental Polytechnic University Antonio Jose de Sucre (UNEXPO), National Open University, and Technological University Institute Mario Briceño Iragorry.
Transport
The city is served by Carora Airport.
Notable landmarks
- San Juan Bautista Cathedral
- Casa Amarilla
- Iglesia el Calvario
- Calle San Juan - colonial street
- Plaza Bolívar - colonial square in front of the cathedral.
- Club Torres - a private club which was founded in 1724
- Plaza Chío Zubillag - a square in the heart of the city
- Ruins of Iglesia la Pastora
- Teatro Alirio Díaz
International relations
Twin towns – sister cities
Carora City (Ciudad de Carora) is officially a sister city of 
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America.
See also
In Spanish: Carora para niños
