San Felipe

San Felipe is the capital of Yaracuy State located in northern Venezuela and spreads across flat terrain with residential neighborhoods, business streets, and public squares. The city shows the typical structure of a regional administrative center with central market areas and branching residential districts.

The city was founded in 1729 by Spanish colonizers as a trading center for the agricultural region and developed into the administrative seat of Yaracuy State. Its origin as an exchange hub for sugarcane and other farm products shaped its economic role through the centuries.

The cathedral sits in the central plaza, where local residents gather for religious celebrations and daily activities that reflect the spiritual life of the community.

The city connects to larger Venezuelan cities like Barquisimeto and Puerto Cabello through regional highway routes, making regular visits straightforward. Hotels, restaurants, and banks are located near the center, while gas stations are available along the main access roads.

The city is an important center for sugarcane processing with several factories that shape the local economy and preserve traditional production methods. These facilities are visible to visitors and show how much agriculture shapes the daily life of the community.

Location: Yaracuy

Inception: November 6, 1729

Elevation above the sea: 250 m

Website: http://alcaldiasanfelipe.gob.ve

GPS coordinates: 10.33948,-68.74170

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:31