Isla Margarita

Isla Margarita ("Margarita Island") is part of the State of Nueva Esparta in Venezuela, situated in the Caribbean off the north shore of Venezuela. The state comprises three main islands, Margarita, Coche and Cubagua, plus a number of smaller ones like Isla de Patos, Isla de Aves and Isla Monjes. The capital is La Asunción. Primary industries are tourism, fishing and construction. Population is around 400,000 and it covers an area of 1,150 km².

The biggest city on the island is Porlamar, which is known as a commercial center and flourishes with shops. Climate is very sunny and dry, with temperatures from 24 till 37 centigrades. The island has numerous beaches, ranging from solitary to crowded. Playa El Agua in the north is the most popular, with 4 km of fine sand. Playa El Yaque is known as a good windsurfing beach.

Venezuelans from the mainland enjoy the value tax-free shopping and the beaches, filling the island especially during Christmas time, during Semana Santa (a week before Easter), and during August. International tourism is very important, too.

External links

• MargaritaIslandVacation.info: Tourist information, history, beaches, accommodations, entertainment, excursions.
• Margarita Sun: Photo galleries from Isla Margarita