M�rida
Venezuela · Estado M�ridaVE
Ice cream shop in Venezuela
Heladería Coromoto, commonly known as Coromoto, is an ice cream parlor in Merida, Venezuela, known for offering 860 flavors, a former Guinness World Record. However, it was topped by a record of 985 ice cream flavors by Matt and Mike Casarez of Migg and Mutts Craft Creamery in Black Hawk, Colorado, USA on July 17, 2011. Coromoto was established by Manuel da Silva Oliveira, who began his ice cream career at well-established ice cream firms, before founding the store in a bid to create more appealing ice cream flavors. Coromoto sells 60 different ice cream flavors in accordance with factors such as the weather. Lonely Planet Venezuela calls Coromoto a popular tourist destination.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 300,000
- Coordinates
- 8.590, -71.156
- Timezone
- America/Caracas
Overview of M�rida
Travellers heading to Estado M�rida, Venezuela will find M�rida, a large city. Its resident count stands at approximately 300,000. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: nature, sports and culture. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in M�rida
Nature in M�rida
(20)The nature shortlist for M�rida: Caves, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens. All of it is drawn from M�rida's recorded activities. That is 20 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Sports in M�rida
(13)The sports shortlist for M�rida: Biking, Hiking, Hiking Trails, Horse Trails and Hunting. All of it is drawn from M�rida's recorded activities. That is 13 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in M�rida
(12)Culture in M�rida covers Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Castles, Cemeteries and Churches. The full list runs to 12 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for M�rida.
Adventure in M�rida
(10)Adventure in M�rida covers Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. In all, 10 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for M�rida.
Nightlife in M�rida
(8)Looking for nightlife? M�rida has Casinos, Clubs, Disco, Events and Festival. In all, 8 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for M�rida.
Water Sports in M�rida
(6)Water Sports in M�rida covers Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle, Rafting and Water Skiing. In all, 6 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for M�rida.
Wellness in M�rida
(6)M�rida records Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Therms under wellness. Everything listed here comes from what M�rida is actually tagged with. Altogether 6 options are tagged here.
Family in M�rida
(3)Under family, M�rida is tagged with Aquariums, Water Parks and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for M�rida.
More to do in M�rida
(2)On the other activities side, M�rida offers Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from M�rida's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit M�rida
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make M�rida straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: America/Caracas.
Similar destinations
Places near M�rida that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is M�rida known for?
- M�rida, in Estado M�rida, Venezuela, is best known for nature, sports and culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 300,000 residents.
- What can you do in M�rida?
- Recorded activities in M�rida include Caves, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit M�rida?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is M�rida located?
- M�rida is located in Estado M�rida, Venezuela. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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