Colonial Architecture and Desert Dunes of Coro

Coro, Venezuela

By the Travel Wiki editorial team

Wander through colonial architecture

The historic town center of Coro offers some of Venezuela's best examples of colonial architecture and cobbled streets. Walking these paths allows you to experience a distinct piece of Venezuelan history in an atmosphere preserved by time.

Navigate the desert-like dunes

Just a few minutes north of the city, the Médanos de Coro National Park features shifting sand dunes rising 30 m high. Known as Los Medanos, these dunes create a mini-Sahara effect and represent the only desert-like area in Venezuela.

Explore the coastal proximity

While it remains a destination that does not receive many foreigners compared to its neighbors, Coro sits just 30 km from Aruba and Curacao. You can experience the unique character of the Coro region while being in close reach of these Caribbean islands.

Begin your journey by exploring the heart of the historic center before heading toward the dunes to witness the striking landscape of Médanos de Coro National Park.

Sources

  1. Coro
  2. Wikivoyage: Coro

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