Carabobo

Carabobo is a state in northern Venezuela that extends between coast and mountains. The area includes port zones on the Caribbean Sea, valleys and hills around Lake Valencia.

In 1821, the battle that sealed Venezuela's independence took place here, bringing Simon Bolívar's troops victory over Spain. This military turning point changed the political course of South America forever.

The Carabobo Lake forms the heart of the region and still shows the connection between water and land that shaped the indigenous name. Around this basin, communities have developed that combine agriculture and trade with each other.

Road connections lead from here to other parts of the country and make travel within the region easier. Puerto Cabello serves as an important point for ships and cargo transport on the coast.

The name comes from the Arawak language and combines the words karau and bo, meaning savannah of waters. This designation reflects the geographical peculiarity of the area with its lakes and open spaces.

Location: Venezuela

Inception: 1864

Capital city: Valencia

Elevation above the sea: 653 m

Reference: CA

Shares border with: Yaracuy, Cojedes, Guárico, Aragua

Website: http://carabobo.gob.ve

GPS coordinates: 10.18333,-67.96667

Latest update: December 15, 2025 17:54