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Caracas

A sprawling metropolis choked with traffic, Caracas incites no instant love affairs. The political and cultural capital of Venezuela is densely overpopulated and hectic, with a solid dose of crime and pollution. Few sections of the city are pedestrian-friendly, most are downright dangerous and after dark, it's strictly taxis only.

Eastern Caracas panoramic city view at Chacao Municipality. Image taken at mid afternoon with Avila mountain in the background.Cerro El Avila en el Municipio Chacao.

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