Department of Arauca - Colombia

Capital: Arauca
Altitude: 128 meters over the sea level (Arauca)
Distance from Bogotá: 146 Km.

The district is located in the northeast part of the country.  It comprehends three main zones: the mountain, the rainforest and the sabana.

Its economical activity is based on agriculture, oil and cattle breeding.
Arauca is composed by seven villages: Arauca, Tame, Savarena, Cravo Norte, Puerto Rondón, Arauquita and Rondón.

Arauca

This is the capital city of the district.  It is placed close to the Arauca River.  There are many tourist places to visit: monuments, parks, lakes and different centers.

Tourist attractions

The International Port José Antonio Páez.
A bridge that joins Colombia and Venezuela.

Cravo Norte

This is an important cattle breeding center.  A perfect place for turism and relaxation.