¡Hello travelers!
Recently, I had to leave Valencia to go to a technology event in Barquisimeto, the capital of the state of Lara, which many of us know as the musical capital and twilight city of Venezuela, where the warmth of the Guaros and that particular singing when speaking, where a vacuum seeps in, leaves a beautiful memory in the land of the Divina Pastora.
I left my suitcase and my work on Saturday morning to go for a walk through the city and its world of contrasts. But first a traditional Guaro breakfast: a hot arepita, grated cheese, cream, avocado, and a coffee with milk. The perfect combination on the palate, to start a good day of walking.
I started the day at the Bararida Zoo and Botanical Park, where the entrance fee is 2$ and during the tour you will be able to admire the beauty of a great variety of birds, primates, fish, snakes. After walking around the place for three hours I left with mixed feelings, the elephant that lived there and that I met a couple of years ago, had died.
After leaving the place I passed by the imposing Metropolitan Cathedral, with its neo-gothic style, stands as a symbol of faith in the city. Next to it, the majestic Monument Manto de María Divina Pastora, the tallest Marian sculpture in the world, which pays homage to the patron saint of the state of Lara.
For lunch I decided to go for a pepito which is made from a piece of soft bread, with little bread crumbs that is stuffed with beef or chicken or mixed meat along with grilled cheese and to that they put garlic sauce, bacon, cheese, corn, tomato and mustard.
I had heard very good things about this culinary creation, but I believe that far from being just a stuffed bread, it is undoubtedly a cultural symbol worthy of being taken anywhere in the world.
To close the tour I went to the famous flower of Venezuela, also known as Flor de Hannover, a construction that stands majestically in the Eastern Triangle of Barquisimeto, as an emblematic symbol of the city and the state of Lara. This imposing structure, designed by Venezuelan architect Fruto Vivas, represents the perfect union between art, engineering and symbolism.
La Flor de Venezuela is more than a monument or a cultural center. It is a legacy that has become part of the cultural heritage of Barquisimeto and the state of Lara. A symbol that represents creativity, innovation and love for the Venezuelan land. A reminder of the importance of preserving our history and culture for future generations.
Barquisimeto is a palpable example of the cultural and human richness of Venezuela. Despite the difficulties, its people keep alive the joy, tradition and love for their land. As I always say "a country is made by its people", and in Venezuela, there is a thriving and resilient people fighting for a better future.
Watering our roots, cultivating love for this land and valuing our people are fundamental actions to build a prosperous future for Venezuela. Barquisimeto, with its beauty, its culture and its people, reminds us that hope always flourishes in the hearts of those who love their country.
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¡Hola viajeros!
Recientemente, me tocó salir de Valencia para ir a un evento de tecnología en Barquisimeto, la capital del estado Lara, la que muchos conocemos como la capital musical y ciudad crepuscular de Venezuela, donde la calidez de los guaros y ese cantado particular al hablar donde se cuela un vacié, deja un bonito recuerdo en la tierra de la Divina Pastora.
Solté la maleta y el trabajo el sábado en la mañana para irme a caminar por la ciudad y su mundo de contrastes. Pero antes un desayuno tradicional Guaro: Una arepita caliente, quesito rallado, nata, aguacate, y un cafecito con leche. La combinación perfecta en el paladar, para empezar un buen día de paseo.
Empecé el día en el Parque Zoológico y Botánico Bararida, ahí la entrada cuesta 2$ y durante el recorrido vas a poder admirar la belleza de una gran variedad de aves, primates, peces, serpientes. Yo de verdad después de caminar tres horas por el lugar salí con los sentimientos revueltos, el elefante que habitaba allí y que conocí hace un par de años, había muerto.
Después de salir del lugar pasé por la imponente Catedral Metropolitana, con su estilo neogótico, se erige como símbolo de la fe de la ciudad. A su lado, el majestuoso Monumento Manto de María Divina Pastora, la escultura mariana más alta del mundo, que rinde homenaje a la patrona del estado Lara.
Para almorzar decidí ir por un pepito que está hecho a base de una pieza de pan suave, con poca miga de pan que se rellena de carne de res o pollo o mixto junto con queso gratinado y a eso le ponen salsa de ajo, tocineta, queso, maíz, de tomate y mostaza.
Me habían hablado muy bien de esta creación culinaria, pero creo que lejos de ser solo un pan relleno, sin duda es un símbolo cultural digno de ser llevado a cualquier parte del mundo.
Para cerrar el recorrido me fui a la famosa flor de Venezuela, también conocida como Flor de Hannover, una construcción que se alza majestuosa en el Triángulo del Este de Barquisimeto, como un símbolo emblemático de la ciudad y del estado Lara. Esta imponente estructura, diseñada por el arquitecto venezolano Fruto Vivas, representa la unión perfecta entre arte, ingeniería y simbolismo.
La Flor de Venezuela es más que un monumento o un centro cultural. Es un legado que se ha convertido en parte del patrimonio cultural de Barquisimeto y del estado Lara. Un símbolo que representa la creatividad, la innovación y el amor por la tierra venezolana. Un recordatorio de la importancia de preservar nuestra historia y cultura para las generaciones futuras.
Barquisimeto es un ejemplo palpable de la riqueza cultural y humana que alberga Venezuela. A pesar de las dificultades, su gente mantiene viva la alegría, la tradición y el amor por su tierra. Como siempre digo "a un país lo hace su gente", y en Venezuela, reside un pueblo pujante y resiliente que lucha por un futuro mejor.
Regar nuestras raíces, cultivar el amor por esta tierra y valorar a nuestra gente, son acciones fundamentales para construir un futuro próspero para Venezuela. Barquisimeto, con su belleza, su cultura y su gente, nos recuerda que la esperanza siempre florece en los corazones de quienes aman a su país.
Las fotos y contenido aquí compartido con ustedes son de mi autoría. Las fotos fueron tomadas con mi teléfono Redmi Xiaomi 9. Y la traducción al inglés fue realizada con DeepL
The photos and content here shared with you are my authorship. The photos were taken with my Redmi Xiaomi 9 phone. And the English translation was done with DeepL.
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Beautiful Venezuela! I love the amazing architectures there and you look so beautiful with your selfie sis. Best regards!
Venezuela is undoubtedly beautiful. If you still don't know this beautiful land, I invite you to get to know it. A big hug 🤗