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Tourism decline in the State of Merida

Tourism decline in the State of MeridaThe current economic crisis, the situation of roads and the rains have led to a decline in tourism in the state of Merida. However, expectations are good for the season has just begun.

Although the carnival season and Easter this year the number of tourists decreased at least by 50 percent, those living in activity in the Andean region aim at this time many choose to Merida Venezuela as a tourist destination.

The president of the regional Chamber of Tourism, Leonardo Arellano, revealed that although the last three years the main economic activity of the state was reduced in a large percentage, Mérida, for its beauty and natural attractions, remains one of the destinations Venezuelans preferred when vacationing.

Despite the damage to the roads as a result of the rains in recent months, the Governor said Marcos Diaz Oreland traffic ability by major state highways.

And this season is that produced heavy snowfall in the highest mountains in Venezuela. El Collide Del Condor, the road between Merida Trujillo is the highest point of road, where hopefully, visitors can enjoy the show weather.