Alejandro de Humboldt
Venezuela, Monagas
Alejandro de Humboldt
LocationVenezuela, Monagas
RegionMonagas
TypeNatural Monument
Coordinates10.1670°, -63.5500°
Established1949
Area1.18
Nearest CityCaripe (5 km)
About Alejandro de Humboldt
The Alejandro de Humboldt Natural Monument protects the famous Cueva del Guácharo, a 10.2-kilometer cave system that is the largest in Venezuela. Named after naturalist Alexander von Humboldt who explored it in 1799, the cave serves as habitat for the guácharo (Steatornis caripensis), a nocturnal bird adapted to living in total darkness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Alejandro de Humboldt located?
Alejandro de Humboldt is located in Monagas, Venezuela at coordinates 10.167, -63.55.
How do I get to Alejandro de Humboldt?
To get to Alejandro de Humboldt, the nearest city is Caripe (5 km).
How large is Alejandro de Humboldt?
Alejandro de Humboldt covers approximately 1.18 square kilometers (0 square miles).
When was Alejandro de Humboldt established?
Alejandro de Humboldt was established in 1949.