University City of Caracas
University City of Caracas, University campus in San Pedro, Venezuela
Description
The University City of Caracas is a sprawling campus with modern architecture, covered walkways, and green spaces integrated throughout its layout. The grounds include academic buildings, sports facilities, a large stadium, and botanical areas with diverse plant collections.
History
Construction of the campus began in 1940 under architect Carlos Raúl Villanueva's vision and continued through the 1960s. This project shaped educational architecture in the region through its forward-thinking design approach.
Culture
The campus displays artworks by international artists throughout its public spaces and plazas. Visitors can encounter these pieces while walking through the grounds, experiencing how art is woven into the daily environment.
Practical
The campus is large and requires time to explore its different areas on foot. Wear comfortable shoes as you will walk considerable distances between zones.
Did you know?
Within the campus sits an artificial lagoon shaped like Venezuela itself, serving as both a water feature and a symbol of the nation. Many visitors overlook this geographical detail that is embedded in the overall campus design.
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Teresa Carreño Cultural Complex
1.2 km
Estadio Olímpico
557 m
Pepsi-Cola Venezuela
920 m
Aula Magna
0 m
Plaza Venezuela
852 m
Museo de Ciencias de Caracas
1.3 km
Los Caobos Park
986 m
Central University Botanical Garden
585 m
Guaicaipuro monument
865 m
Previsora Tower
1.2 km
UCV Clock Tower
188 m
Torre Phelps
966 m
Torre Polar I
919 m
Tierra de nadie
185 m
Abra Solar
850 m
Plaza de Las Tres Gracias
423 m
Iglesia de San Pedro
652 m
Tiféret Israel Synagogue
942 m
Covered Gymnasium
609 m
Iglesia de San Charbel
1.3 km
Conductores de Venezuela
677 m
Torre Domus
1.1 km
Laguna Venezuela
871 m
Plaza del Rectorado de la UCV
127 m
Escuela de Administración y Contaduría de la UCV
697 m
Los Andes Building
1.2 km
Escultura
724 m
El atleta
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