Which peninsula in Venezuela is connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus and faces the Caribbean Sea?

Venezuela’s Paraguaná Peninsula is connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus and faces the Caribbean Sea.

The peninsula lies in Falcón state on Venezuela’s northern coast. Its low, dry terrain is linked to the mainland by the Médanos Isthmus, an area known for dunes and desert-like scenery. The Caribbean Sea surrounds its northern and western sides, while the Gulf of Venezuela lies to the west and southwest.

Paraguaná became especially important for petroleum refining. The Paraguaná Refining Centre, formed by the integration of the Amuay and Cardón refineries, is one of the world’s largest refining complexes. The city of Punto Fijo grew as a major industrial and commercial center.

The peninsula is sometimes confused with the nearby Guajira Peninsula, which is shared by Venezuela and Colombia. Paraguaná lies entirely within Venezuela and is characterized by its prominent refining industry and arid coastal environment.