Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Juan Crisóstomo Falcón |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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National Park Sign for the Spanish Way
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 Juan Crisóstomo Falcón
Location in Venezuela
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| Nearest city | Coro |
| Area | 20,000 hectares (49,000 acres) |
| Established | May 6, 1987 |
| Governing body | INPARQUES |
The Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park (also called the Sierra de San Luis) is a special natural area in Venezuela. It's located in the southern part of the Falcón state. This park was created in 1987 to protect its unique landscapes and wildlife.
It covers a huge area of about 20,000 hectares (that's about 49,421 acres!). This includes parts of the Bolívar, Petit, Colina, and Miranda municipalities. It's a place where you can find tall mountains, deep caves, and important water sources.
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Discovering Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park
This national park is known for its amazing mountains. The highest point is a peak called Cerro Galicia, which stands about 1,600 meters (5,249 feet) tall. Imagine climbing to the top and seeing everything below!
Exploring the Park's Diverse Nature
The park is home to many different types of natural environments. You can find lush cloud forests, where clouds often hug the treetops, making everything misty and green. There are also open savannahs, which are like grassy plains.
A cool feature of the park is its "karst" landscape. This means the area has a lot of limestone rock. Over time, water has carved out many caves and deep shafts in the ground. These underground systems are fascinating to explore.
Water for Nearby Cities
The mountains in the park are very important for water. Springs flow out from the sides of the Sierra de San Luis. This fresh water helps supply cities like Coro, Punto Fijo, and Cumarebo. It's especially vital for the Paraguaná Peninsula and its oil refining industries.
Fun Things to Do and See
The Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park is a great place for visitors who love nature and adventure.
- Birdwatching and Nature Walks: It's a perfect spot to watch different kinds of birds and observe local wildlife in their natural homes.
- Cerro Galicia: You can hike to the top of the highest hill in the park for incredible views.
- Hueque Waterfalls and Caves: Explore the Hueque resurgence cave, where a river comes out from underground, and see its beautiful waterfalls.
- Acarite River Cave: Another exciting cave to discover, with a river flowing through it.
- Haitón del Guarataro: This is Venezuela's deepest limestone cave, going down about 305 meters (1,001 feet)! It's a truly impressive natural wonder.
- The Spanish Way: Walk along an old road that was built a long time ago during colonial times. It's like stepping back in history!
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional Juan Crisóstomo Falcón para niños
- List of national parks of Venezuela
