Niveen Abdalrhman

Musica

 In Venezuela music is a big part of their culture. The harp and the violin are typical instruments in Venezuela. Pop and rock music are also very popular there. Folk music isnt very popular in Venezuela. Jazz is also popular in Venezuela. Aldemaro Romero is a composer of music in Venezuela. He also composes jazz music. Not all of their music is religious, but they write many holiday songs as well.

     

Citation: http://carnaval.com/venezuela/music/

Hugo Chavez

Topic 1:

Hugo Chavez's Personal Life

       Hugo Chavez's personal life seemed simple. He was a talented singer. Chavez was also a charming man.  Chavez was married to Nancy Colmenares. They were divorced in 1992. This was before he was president. Nancy and Chavez had 4 children. Chavez was close to his 4 children. Chavez's second wife was Marisabel Rodriguez Oropesa. They were divorced while he was president in 2003. They also had one daughter.

Citation:http://english.pravda.ru/world/americas/11-07-2011/118447-Hugo_Chavez-0/

Topic 2:

Chavez & Castro

Chavez and Castro were very close friends. Chavez even looked up to Castro. Chavez used to help Castro and his country. Chavez would help Castro even while Chavez himself wasn't too wealthy. Chavez would help by giving him oil. Fidel Castro ruled Cuba for 48 years. Cuba would also help Venezuela in the ways it could.

Citation: http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/world/2013-03/11/c_124444724.htm


Topic 3:

Hugo Chavez Poisoned?

Many people began the investigation on whether Hugo was poisoned. They thought he was poisoned by his rivals. It was said that Hugo died because of "suspect illness". Maduro also claimed that they will seek the truth. He said they will seek the truth to find out if it was his rivals that tried to get him out of the way. Maduro also kept discussing the issue of Chavez and his death. He kept discussing it because he wanted them to keep Chavez in thought. Also because Hugo wanted Maduro to take his place, and some people wanted to follow Chavez.

Citation: http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/mar/13/venezuela-investigate-hugo-chavez-poisoning

Historia

Venezuelan History

     Venezuela is a country on the northern coast of South America. In 1992 the president was Carlos. Chavez at the time attempted to overthrow the government. Chavez's attempt didnt succeed. Hugo Chavez was thrown in jail. After Chavez's attempt another organization attempted to overthrow the government at the time. They also didnt succeed. In 1998, Chávez was elected president. He was elected because the people didnt like the new policies that were established in Carlos's time.

Citation:http://www.factmonster.com/ipka/A0108140.html

Areas turisticas

Tourist Attractions

There are many different tourist attractions in Venezuela. "Los Roques", is a very interesting tourist attraction. It is a national park. It is a beautiful place with many underwater attractions. You can also ride boats there as well.

The "Andes Mountain", is also a popular tourist attraction. It is a great place for adventure lovers. In the Andes Mountain you can Horseback ride and hike. There are many fun activities in the Andes Mountain. It is one of the main attractions.

Citation:http://www.flightshotelstours.com/world-travel-destinations/venezuela-tours/tourist-attractions/

Familia y Tradiciones

Familia y Tradiciones 

In Venezuela they have 
different traditions. Their traditions are general and common in almost all families. Men are the "money-makers" in the family. Women and children stay home. Many people in Venezuela share the same religious traditions. Most of the Venezuelan people are Catholics. Celebrating Christmas is also an important and main tradition in Venezuela. Venezuelan celebrate Christmas similar to the people here in the Unites States, there is just one difference. In the USA they believe that Santa Claus brings the presents. While in Venezuela they 

believe Jesus brings the gifts.

 Citation: http://traveltips.usatoday.com/traditions-caracas-venezuela-100375.html

Carnavales o Dias Festivos

Carnivals & Holidays

Venezuela celebrates their carnivals very joyfully. They usually celebrate with all of their families and friends. They include dance and music as well. In the carnivals they dont fill up the balloons with air. They fill it up with water. The carnival usually takes place in February. This isn't any ordinary event for them. They enjoy them as well.



Citation:http://gosouthamerica.about.com/od/carnavalinsouthamerica/a/vencarnival.htm

Popular Venezuelan Sports

Baseball in Venezuela

          The most popular sport in Venezuela is baseball. People in Venezuela enjoy baseball, not only for fun but they also as a profession. Horseback riding is also very enjoyable in Venezuela. People love horseback riding there because in Venezuela they have amazing land, the riders get to view the spectacular land and nature as they ride the horses. 

Venezuelan Horseback Riding