Sierra de la Culata facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Sierra de La Culata
Sierra de La Culata on snowy season
Highest point
Peak	Pico Piedras Blancas
Elevation	4,737 m (15,541 ft)
Geography
Sierra de La Culata Location in Venezuela
Country	Venezuela
State/Province	Mérida, Trujillo

The Sierra de La Culata is a stunning mountain range in Venezuela. It is part of the Cordillera de Mérida, which is the biggest mountain group in the country. This whole area is also part of the famous Andes Mountains that stretch across South America.

Sierra de La Culata is home to some of Venezuela's highest peaks. These include Pico Piedras Blancas, Pico Pan de Azúcar, and Collado del Cóndor.

About Sierra de La Culata

This beautiful mountain range is found between two states in Venezuela: Mérida and Trujillo. It is known for its many lagoons. Most of these lagoons were formed a long time ago by glaciers during what is called the Mérida glaciation. This means that huge sheets of ice carved out the land, leaving behind these lovely lakes.

Protecting the Mountains

A special part of this mountain range is protected as a national park. It is called the Sierra La Culata National Park. This park helps to keep the mountains, their plants, and their animals safe. It's a great place for nature lovers to visit and explore.

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See also

In Spanish: Sierra La Culata para niños

• Merida glaciation
• Sierra Nevada de Merida