Venezuela – Venezuela's capital is Caracas

(Pronounced ven-uh-zwey-luh and kuh-rah-kuhs)

To remember the capital of Venezuela, use the following mnemonic:

The vendor says, "This way love (Venezuela), get your crackers here (Caracas)."

Interesting facts about Caracas:

- Valley Metropolis: Caracas is nestled in a long, narrow mountain valley in northern Venezuela, separated from the Caribbean Sea by the steep, green ridge of the Ávila National Park.

- Birthplace of Heroes: Caracas is the birthplace of Simón Bolívar, the prominent military and political leader who played a decisive role in liberating much of South America from Spanish rule.

- Cable Car Transit: The city features an innovative cable car system known as the Metrocable, which connects residents living on the steep surrounding hillsides directly down to the underground metro network.