Ciénagas de Juan Manuel

Venezuela

Ciénagas de Juan Manuel

LocationVenezuela
RegionZulia
TypeNational Park
Coordinates9.0830°, -71.3330°
Established1978
Area750
Nearest CitySanta Bárbara (20 mi)
Major CityMaracaibo (60 mi)

About Ciénagas de Juan Manuel

Ciénagas de Juan Manuel National Park protects an important wetland ecosystem in western Venezuela. The park features extensive marshlands that provide crucial habitat for numerous water birds and aquatic species. It plays a vital role in regional water regulation and flood control.