Miranda (state) Facts for Kids

Location within Venezuela

Miranda State is one of the 23 amazing states that make up Venezuela. Think of it like a big region with its own special capital city, which is Los Teques.

This state covers a total area of about 7,950 square kilometers. That's a pretty big space! It's also the second most populated state in Venezuela, with over 3 million people living there as of 2011. Miranda is a vibrant place, full of interesting towns, beautiful nature, and important history.

Exploring Miranda's Regions
- Main Municipalities and Their Seats
- Other Interesting Towns
Miranda's Natural Wonders
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Exploring Miranda's Regions

Miranda State is divided into smaller areas called municipalities. Each municipality has its own main town or "seat." These divisions help manage the different parts of the state.

Main Municipalities and Their Seats

Municipalities in Miranda

Dawn at Puerto Encantado, Higuerote.

La Llovizna Falls, Guatire

Virgen Las Mercedes, San José de Barlovento.

Here are some of the important municipalities in Miranda State:

Acevedo: Its seat is Caucagua.
Andrés Bello: The main town is San José de Barlovento.
Baruta: This municipality's seat is Nuestra Señora del Rosario de Baruta.
Brión: You'll find its seat in Higuerote.
Chacao: The seat is also called Chacao.
Guaicaipuro: This is where the state capital, Los Teques, is located.
Plaza: Its seat is Guarenas.
Sucre: The main town here is Petare.
Zamora: The seat for this municipality is Guatire.

Other Interesting Towns

Besides the main municipal seats, Miranda State has many other towns worth knowing about:

Araira
Cartanal
Curiepe
El Guapo
Higuerote
Laguna de Tacarigua
Paracotos
San Antonio de los Altos
San Pedro de los Altos
Tacarigua de Mamporal

Miranda's Natural Wonders

Miranda State is home to many beautiful natural places, from rivers to lagoons and national parks.

Rivers and Waterways

Guaire river

The most important river in Miranda State is the Tuy River. It starts high up in the mountains, about 2,100 meters above sea level, and flows for 250 kilometers. Other rivers in the state include the Guaire, Grande, Curiepe, and Guapo rivers. These rivers are vital for the state's environment and communities.

Beautiful Lagoons

Tacarigua Lagoon

Miranda State also has several lovely lagoons. The most famous is the Laguna de Tacarigua, which is also a national park. Other lagoons include Merecuere and El Conflicto. These lagoons are important habitats for many plants and animals.

Amazing National Parks

National parks are special protected areas where nature can thrive. Miranda State has several:

El Ávila National Park: This park is shared with other states and is famous for its mountains and trails.
Guatopo National Park: A large park known for its forests and wildlife.
Laguna de Tacarigua National Park: Protects the large coastal lagoon and its surrounding ecosystems.
Macarao National Park: Another beautiful park with important water sources.

Natural Monuments and Sites

Besides national parks, Miranda has unique natural monuments:

Cueva Alfredo Jahn: A fascinating cave system.
Pico Codazzi: A notable mountain peak.
Cuevas del Indio Park: Another area with interesting caves.

Higuerote beach

There are also many other natural attractions and places to visit:

Acuario Agustín Codazzi
Birongo
El Pueblo El Jarillo
Higuerote (known for its beaches)
Playa de Carenero
Playa de Chirimena
Playas de Barlovento
Playas de Buche y Los Totumos
Puerto Francés
Tren El Encanto

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Piedras Gemelas, Salmerón, El Ávila National Park
Colonial Hacienda in Izcaragua
Colonial architecture in Caucagua, Municipality of Acevedo
Villa Teola, Los Teques, completed in 1913 and declared a Municipal Historical Heritage site in 1982.
Tacarigua Lagoon National Park
Farm in the Pedro Gual Municipality
Guatire, Plaza Municipality
Higuerote, Miranda State
Paraiso Beach, Brión Municipality
Rio Chico, Miranda State
Centro Empresarial Galipan, Chacao Municipality, Miranda State
Cattle in Chaguamaral, Miranda State
Caimán Beach, Miranda State
St. Rosalia of Palermo Church, El Hatillo
Cubo Negro, Miranda State
Our Lady of Mercy Shrine - Rio Chico
Simón Bolívar University, Baruta Municipality
Petare II Station, Cabletren, Sucre Municipality
Sagrada Familia de Nazaret Church, Miranda State
Headquarters of the Television Channel Televen in the Municipality of Sucre
Universidad Simón Bolívar's multipurpose stadium