Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí
Venezuela, Nueva Esparta
Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí
LocationVenezuela, Nueva Esparta
RegionNueva Esparta
TypeNatural Monument
Coordinates11.0330°, -63.8830°
Established1974
Area16.5
Nearest CityLa Asunción (3 km)
About Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí
The Matasiete and Guayamurí Natural Monument protects two prominent peaks on Margarita Island reaching 640 and 480 meters respectively. Cerro Matasiete holds historical significance as the site of the 1817 Battle of Matasiete during the Venezuelan War of Independence, while both peaks support important dry forest and thorn scrub ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí located?
Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí is located in Nueva Esparta, Venezuela at coordinates 11.033, -63.883.
How do I get to Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí?
To get to Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí, the nearest city is La Asunción (3 km).
How large is Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí?
Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí covers approximately 16.5 square kilometers (6 square miles).
When was Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí established?
Cerros Matasiete y Guayamurí was established in 1974.