Standard TimeVET |
UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
America/Caracas |
Machix time compared to Beijing time (China) |
12 hours ahead |
Machicos, Venezuela: Gateway City to Lake Maracaibo
Maracaibo, the second largest city in Venezuela, is located on the western shore of Lake Maracaibo and is known as the "Gateway to Lake Maracaibo". As the capital of the state of Zulia, it is one of the most important centers of the Venezuelan oil industry, and the surrounding oil fields are rich in reserves, supporting the country's economic lifeline. The history of the city dates back to the 16th century, and the old town retains its colonial architecture, such as the Church of the Holy Cross (Basílica de Santa Rosa), which combines Gothic and Baroque elements. The unique "floating docks" and traditional fishing boats on Lake Maracaibo, as well as the warm Latin American atmosphere, make this city a fascinating mix of industrial dynamism and humanity. The local gastronomy of pastelito and the lively Venezuelan Carnival are also attractions for tourists.
Machix Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-26
Sunrise Time
07:05
Local Time
Sunset Time
19:00
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