Aragua State

Estado Guzmán Blanco was an administrative region in central-northern Venezuela that encompassed territories which later became the states of Aragua, Guárico, Miranda, Nueva Esparta, and the Vargas department of the Federal District. The region existed as a distinct territorial division during the 19th century before being redistributed and absorbed into neighboring states.

The territory functioned as an administrative division of the United States of Venezuela between 1873 and 1889. Villa de Cura initially served as the regional capital before being moved to Maracay during this period.

The state population of 120,000 inhabitants used Venezuelan bolivar currency and followed Spanish language customs under predominant Catholic religious practices.

The region was reorganized in 1889 and dissolved, with its territories primarily merging into present-day Miranda State. Visitors today can trace the legacy of these historical boundaries through the modern administrative divisions that now define the area.

The region was named after Antonio Guzmán Blanco, a president known for implementing major educational and infrastructure reforms. His modernization policies shaped the development of communities throughout the territory during his time in power.

Location: United States of Venezuela

GPS coordinates: 10.25000,-67.60000

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03