Casco Historico of Puerto Cabello:
This beautiful place is located in Carabobo state, in the central cost of Venezuela. It has one of the most economical and historical important ports of the entire country. It was established in the middle of XVI century, because of its strategic location that allowed the landfall of the fleets of the Spanish army. The port became an important point for the commerce during the colonization, because it was considered one of the most important ports of the world; cocoa, coffee and cotton were exported from here to other places. Around this port grew the population that nowadays we know.
The streets of the colonial zone of Puerto Cabello, still conserve the architectonic beauty of the time. With It's paved streets and the lovely houses, you may feel in a completely diferent century.
Another attraction in Puerto Cabello, is its seafront, where you can see the beautiful Caribbean sea, and the impressive Fortín of San Felipe, also known as the “Liberating Castle”. This fort was used as a shelter in the colonial period, because of the pirates, who tried to attack the city in several occasions.
In the city’s entrance, it’s located the Salano’s Fort, building constructed in 1732 by the Guipuzcoana Company. From this shelter you may have an extraordinary view of the whole city, especially of the seaport. Around the Bolivar Square, you may find the Local Council and the gorgeous Church of San José, built with choral rocks.
The streets of the colonial zone of Puerto Cabello, still conserve the architectonic beauty of the time. With It's paved streets and the lovely houses, you may feel in a completely diferent century.
Another attraction in Puerto Cabello, is its seafront, where you can see the beautiful Caribbean sea, and the impressive Fortín of San Felipe, also known as the “Liberating Castle”. This fort was used as a shelter in the colonial period, because of the pirates, who tried to attack the city in several occasions.
In the city’s entrance, it’s located the Salano’s Fort, building constructed in 1732 by the Guipuzcoana Company. From this shelter you may have an extraordinary view of the whole city, especially of the seaport. Around the Bolivar Square, you may find the Local Council and the gorgeous Church of San José, built with choral rocks.
Posada Santa Margarita:
It is conformed by 3 restored houses, located in the Historical Center of Puerto Cabello, near the seawall and the Marina, in Carabobo state, Venezuela. Also is closed to the sea and touristic attractions in the area. It is known for their great attention to their visitors. Is has 12 rooms, all of them with beautiful details and a decoration that shows the good taste of the owners like antique furniture, objects of Cartagena de Indias, Antigua, Cuzco, Quito, Persia, San Telmo in Argentina, Santiago de Chile, Santo Domingo, Ankara and Prague. All the rooms have private bathrooms, hot water and 7 of them have air conditioner. The center of the house has a dinning room and a kitchen where they serve breakfast. Also lunches and dinners are served on request.
Telephones numbers: (0412)719.05.98 and
(0242)361.71.13.
(0242)361.71.13.
Email: info@posadasantamargarita.com.ve
