Municipio García, Administrative municipality on Margarita Island, Venezuela
Municipio García is an administrative municipality occupying the eastern section of Margarita Island, bordered by Caribbean waters and neighboring municipalities. El Valle del Espíritu Santo serves as the main settlement where local government functions operate from.
The municipality took its current form through Venezuela's administrative reorganization that replaced the earlier provincial system with a modern municipal structure. This transformation followed the Federal War and reshaped how the island was governed.
El Valle del Espíritu Santo, the municipal capital, maintains Venezuelan traditions through regular celebrations that connect residents with their regional identity.
Most administrative services and local facilities are based in El Valle del Espíritu Santo where the municipal offices operate. The area follows Venezuela Time Zone UTC-4, which is useful to know when planning a visit.
The municipality combines coastal geography with administrative functions, supporting both maritime activities and local governance within Nueva Esparta State.
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