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Las Delicias
Flag of Las Delicias
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Official seal of Las Delicias
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Country Venezuela
State Táchira
Municipality Rafael Urdaneta
Elevation
1,480 m (4,860 ft)
Population
 (2001)
 • Total 6,224
Time zone UTC−4 (VET)
Climate Cfb

Las Delicias or Delicias is a small town in the Andes mountains of Venezuela. It is located in the state of Táchira. The town is the main center of the Rafael Urdaneta area.

In 2001, a count of the people living there, called a census, showed that 6,224 people lived in Las Delicias. The town is very close to the border with Colombia. It is only about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) away from the Colombian town of Ragonvalia.

About Las Delicias

Las Delicias is found high up in the Venezuelan Andes. This means the land around the town is very rugged. It has many steep hills and slopes. This makes the scenery beautiful and unique.

Nature and Parks

One of the most important places to visit near Las Delicias is El Tamá National Park. This park is a big natural area. It is known for its amazing landscapes and wildlife. Many people visit the park to enjoy nature and explore the mountains.

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