Things to see and do Isla Margarita

The place is protected because of its historical importance. It was here on 31 July 1817 that the indépendantistes won a strategic battle against the Spanish. The northern hill is that of Guayamurí; the south, the Matasiete. But children will tell you more about the history and nature of the places…

Access. Two kilometres away on the road from La Asunción to Puerto Fermín.

In Baroque style, the stained glass windows tell us about the daily life scenes of the fishermen and people of the village. Celebrated on September 8 for a week, people say that, thanks to this virgin, Hurricane Ivan (8 September 2004) saved them to 10 km off the island. By leaving the right, a replica of Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes is visible in a mini cave which serves as a place of offerings. The only difference that, in this copy, the Virgin is left.

On the square next to the cathedral there is a taste of papelón con juice (sugar cane, lemon, ice) and the famous empanada empanada (molluscs).

All activities in the national park must be authorized prior to Inparques.

This is one of our favourite beaches. Turn your head at 180 ° to contemplate the Pico of San Francisco, the highest point of Macanao which reaches 850 m. For bathing, the right side - when you look at the sea - is safer (less backwash!).

Six slides, a quick, a Jacuzzi and a children's playground. A new attraction "Aqua Racer" to race against Daddy or friends.

This park (7 130 ha) does not hold its name from the political party but the large amount of copey, this yellow and white flower that thrives there. It is also a natural drainage centre that collects the waters and distributes them in neighbouring villages. This is the peak of the island (950 m). The road in Sierra to access is splendid. A huge ficus welcomes you at the entrance. A barbecue is available. Its microclimat, gentle and misty microclimate will make Porlamar's suffocating heat, where the temperature can reach 35 ° C.

Access. Take the Road road in Asunción towards La Sierra. You are only 950 m above sea level but, from here, your gaze can kiss 80% of the island at the peak Palma Real, 15 minutes from the park entrance.

A village that offers a variety of different crafts and where each cabin has its theme. The most beautiful center of the island.