Monagas

Monagas is a state in northeastern Venezuela with savanna landscapes, mountains and marshlands in the Orinoco delta. The territory extends from dry plains to humid coastal areas where rivers flow into the sea.

The area was separated from Maturín Province in 1909 and named after José Tadeo Monagas, who was born here. He led Venezuela twice as president in the 19th century.

The Warao and Chaima inhabit this region for centuries and still craft baskets from curagua fibers today. Fishermen sell freshly caught species along riverbanks that are prepared with corn into regional dishes.

Maturín, the capital, offers regular flight connections and road links to other parts of the country. Travelers should pay attention to road conditions especially during the rainy season.

The Guácharo Cave houses colonies of oilbirds, nocturnal birds that navigate through complete darkness using echolocation. Local communities once interpreted the behavior of these birds as signs of coming events.

Location: Venezuela

Inception: 1856

Capital city: Maturín

Elevation above the sea: 31 m

Reference: MO

Shares border with: Delta Amacuro, Bolívar, Anzoátegui, Sucre

Website: http://monagas.gov.ve

GPS coordinates: 9.41667,-63.06667

Latest update: December 13, 2025 15:35