Municipio Maturín

Municipio Maturín is an administrative division in eastern Venezuela that encompasses both urban and rural areas within its territory. The municipality serves as a major administrative center for the Monagas region, bringing together diverse communities and economic activities.

The administrative center of Maturín was founded in the 18th century when missionaries established the city as San Juan de la Tornera. The municipality's development was shaped by its geographic location and later economic activities that became central to the region.

The municipality contains multiple educational institutions, including the Universidad de Oriente and Universidad Pedagógica Experimental Libertador, serving its 542,259 residents.

The municipal administration is based in Maturín city and coordinates services across the entire area. Visitors can access administrative facilities and use the connection routes linking to neighboring municipalities and regional centers.

The municipality integrates petroleum extraction with agricultural farming and forms a key passage between the northeastern coast and the Orinoco Delta region. This mix of industry and farming shapes the economic life of the area.

Location: Monagas

Capital city: Maturín

Part of: Monagas

GPS coordinates: 9.50325,-62.93518

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:33