How a Village in Italy Became a Slice of Caracas

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 8 min read 100% complete by Fabiola FerreroFebruary 2, 2026 at 06:01 AM

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Marina di Camerota, a small Italian town on the Mediterranean, has become known as a "mini-Caracas" due to generations of migrants who moved from the town to Venezuela and later returned. These returning migrants invested their earnings from Venezuela's oil boom in Marina di Camerota, shaping the town's development. As Venezuela faced political and economic turmoil, more people returned, further solidifying the Venezuelan influence. Today, Marina di Camerota features Venezuelan cultural markers like a Simón Bolívar statue, Spanish signage, and businesses selling Venezuelan food, reflecting the strong connection between the town and Caracas. The town's unique identity highlights the impact of migration and the enduring ties between Italy and Venezuela.

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United States 40% Campania 50% Nicolás Maduro (Maduro) 50% Simón Bolívar ×260% Italy ×270% Caracas ×480% Marina di Camerota ×590% Venezuela ×790%

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marina di camerota 100% italian migration 90% venezuela 90% caracas 80% italian village 70% venezuelan diaspora 70% economic crisis 60% mediterranean 50% south america 40%