Parapara, Guárico facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Parapara
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| Parapara de Ortíz | |
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 Parapara
Location in Venezuela
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| Country |  Venezuela |
| State | Guárico |
| Municipality | Juan Germán Roscio Municipality |
| Founded | 1660 |
| Population
(2001)
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| • Total | 3,350 |
| Time zone | VST |
| Postal code |
2301
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| Climate | Aw |
Parapara, also known as Parapara de Ortíz, is a small city located in the Guárico state of Venezuela. It is also a special area called a parish (parroquia) within the Juan Germán Roscio Municipality. The city's name comes from an old local word for the fruit of the paraparo tree (Sapindus saponaria).
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A Glimpse into Parapara's History
Parapara was founded a long time ago, in 1660. In 1800, a famous explorer named Alexander von Humboldt traveled through this region. He wrote about Parapara in his book, Personal narrative of travels to the equinoccial regions.
Back then, the main way people in Parapara earned money was by digging up gypsum. Gypsum is a soft mineral used to make things like plaster and fertilizer. This gypsum was then sent to the city of Caracas.
Later, Joaquín Crespo, who became a President of Venezuela, lived in Parapara for many years of his life.
Important Places to See
One important building in Parapara is the House of Culture Felix Manuel Belisario. A House of Culture is a place where people can learn about art, music, and local traditions. It often hosts events and workshops for the community.
Famous People from Parapara
Parapara is the birthplace of a beloved person known as Papaito.
See also
In Spanish: Parapara para niños
