La Vela de Coro

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/la-vela-de-coro

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Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was La Vela de Coro built?16th century (circa 1590s)
2. How tall is La Vela de Coro?Approximately 20 meters (66 feet)
3. What is the location?Punta de La Vela, Paraguaná Peninsula, Falcón State, Venezuela
4. What is the builder?Spanish colonial administration
5. Why was La Vela de Coro built?Spanish colonial authorities built it to guide ships safely past dangerous reefs and toward the port of Coro. It supported trade and exploration.
6. Who kept the light on La Vela de Coro?Dedicated lighthouse keepers tended the light every night. They made sure it stayed on so ships could see it and stay safe.

Maritime Infrastructure: The essential facilities and systems that support maritime activities, such as ports and lighthouses.
Age of Discovery: A period in history when European explorers embarked on extensive overseas exploration.
Navigational Aids: Devices or systems used to help determine position and plan a course, especially at sea.