Mapire, Peninsula de Paria facts for kids
Mapire is a small town in Venezuela, located in the Sucre state. It's part of the Valdez Municipality and can be found on the beautiful Paria Peninsula. Mapire is about 24 kilometers away from Guiria, which is the main city of Valdez.
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Quick Facts About Mapire
Mapire is a small but interesting place! Here are some quick facts:
- Population: About 120 people live here.
- People from Mapire: They are called "Mariperos."
- Money: The money used here is the Bolívar.
- Main Jobs: People mainly work in fishing and tourism.
- Time Zone: The time zone is GMT -4.
- Phone Code: The phone code for Mapire is 0294.
- Zip Code: The zip code is 6150.
- Official Language: The official language is Spanish.
- Mayor: The mayor of Mapire is Jesus Ramirez Lopez.
- Patron Saint: The town celebrates its patron saint, the Virgin of the Valley, on May 31st.
Geography of Mapire
Mapire is located on the southern coast of the Paria Peninsula. It's about 4 kilometers west of a place called Puerto de Hierro.
Mapire Beach
Mapire is famous for its beautiful beach. This lovely cove is home to several fishing families. A small river flows into the bay, providing fresh water for the people living there. The beach itself is about 100 meters long and faces south.
- Original Name: Mapire
- Location: Valdez, Sucre, Venezuela, South America
- Coordinates: 10° 38' 26" North, 62° 8' 58" West
History of Mapire
The story of Mapire's beginnings is told by José Stronghold Logan, who was a historian, singer, poet, and farmer. He says that the very first families to live in Mapire were the Garcia, Gonzalez, Villava, and Blanc families. These early settlers worked the land, especially growing cocoa plants.
How to Get to Mapire
You can reach Mapire from Guiria in two main ways:
- By Sea: A boat trip from Guiria takes about an hour.
- By Land: You can also travel by road. The land route goes through places like Salina, Campo Santo, and Juan Pedro.
Tourism in Mapire
Mapire offers a stunning beach that blends perfectly with the surrounding mountains. The area has a pleasant mountain climate. The people of Mapire live in two main areas: La Playa (the beach) and El Cerro (the hill).
Life at La Playa (The Beach)
On the beach side, people are busy with several activities:
- Fishing: They catch many types of fish, like snapper, mullet, and Moor fish.
- Woodworking: They are skilled at making fishing boats from wood.
- Cocoa Production: They also produce dried cocoa from the local farms.
Life at El Cerro (The Hill)
Most families have settled on the hill. Here you will find:
- The School: Where the children of Mapire go to learn.
- The Chapel: The town's small church.
- Mapire River: This river is a very important source of water for the community. It's also a popular meeting spot for residents.
Images for kids
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The lovely beach at Mapire.
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A wide view of Mapire town.
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The entrance to Mapire's cove.
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The charming chapel in Mapire.
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The clear waters of Blue Pool La Ceiba.
See also
In Spanish: Mapire (Península de Paria) para niños
