Urao Lagoon

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Venezuela Lagoon Natural Monument Urao Merida:

NATURAL MONUMENT Urao LAGOON
Location:	Merida State.
Area:	29 hectares.
Declaration:	Decree No. 172 of 18 June 1979. Gaceta Oficial No. 31,760 of 19 June 1979.
Protected ecosystems and relevant natural attractions:	Laguna Urao rich ore, deciduous forests.
Tourist attractions:	It is a lovely saltwater lagoon immersed in a semiarid landscape. Has the presence of a mineral called Urao (sodium sesquicarbonate) that comes from sales made by undercurrents and was formerly used by Indians to develop the chime. Represents a center of attraction, leisure and recreation for residents and visitors. It has two recreation areas known as Yohame and The Spa.
Activities Permitted:	Hiking, fishing paddle boats, picnicking, hiking, outdoor recreation, nature observation, scientific research.
Prohibited Activities:	The mass sports and leisure events, the carrying of weapons, the extraction of natural species, sailing on the lagoon, consumption and sale of alcoholic beverages and psychotropic substances.
Schedules and fares:	None established.