Venezuela
Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
People: Venezuelan
Venezuela is located in South America and has a population of around 28.5 million. Its capital city is Caracas, and the most widely spoken official language is Spanish.
Venezuela — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Caracas |
| Continent | South America |
| Region | South America |
| Population | 28,517,000 |
| Area | 916,445 km² |
| Currency | Venezuelan bolívar soberano (VES) Bs.S. |
| Official Language | Spanish |
| Dialling Code | +58 |
| Internet TLD | .ve |
| Timezone | UTC-04:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | VE / VEN |
| Borders | Brazil, Colombia, Guyana |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Venezuela
What is the capital of Venezuela?
The capital of Venezuela is Caracas.
What currency does Venezuela use?
Venezuela uses the Venezuelan bolívar soberano (VES, symbol: Bs.S.).
What language do they speak in Venezuela?
The official language of Venezuela is Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Venezuela?
The international dialling code for Venezuela is +58.
What side of the road does Venezuela drive on?
Venezuela drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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