Mucuchies
Founded in 1586, Mucuchíes is one of the highest-elevation towns in Venezuela, sitting high in the Andes of Mérida State with a cool climate year-round. Its December patron saint festivals — honouring Santa Lucía and San Benito de Palermo — are known for their folkloric colour and tradition.
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- Population8,880
- Nearest water from center 0.9 km0.6 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 2.8 km1.7 mi
Nearest airports
Mucuchies: quick answers
Where is Mucuchies?
Mucuchies is in Venezuela.
How do you get to Mucuchies?
The nearest airport is Mérida (MRD), about 1 hr 43 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Mucuchies?
The warmest month is May, averaging 10°C51°F across day and night; the coolest is January, at 9°C49°F. The wettest month is April, with about 326 mm12.8 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Mucuchies?
OpenStreetMap lists 1 place of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Mucuchies?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Tabay.