CHURúN MERú

VENEZUELA

Highest Waterfall

The Salto Angel in Venezuela – on a branch of the Churún Merú Carrao River – is the highest waterfall in the world. It has a total drop of 979 m. (3,212 ft.), the longest single drop being 807 m. (2, 648 ft.). Churun Meru is the name the aboriginal group Pemones gave the waterfall.

Ottawa-based Venezuelan Folkloric Dance Group

Approximately one decade ago, a group of young Venezuelans living in Ottawa, Canada came together and formed the folkloric dance group Churun Meru with the objective of keeping and promoting their rich musical heritage. Since its beginnings the group has performed at several events, including the Carnival of Cultures, Dragon Boat and Canada Day celebrations. Over the past eight years, Pedro Diaz has been the group’s Director, raising its exposure outside of Ottawa with performances in Montreal and Kingston, among others. Churun Meru’s success is largely due to the dedication of its dancers who give countless hours to rehearsal, travel and performances because of their love of the Venezuelan culture.

Follow these links to learn more about Churún Merú and the events they have participated in:

è http://www.quebec-venezuela.org/article.php3?id_article=114

è http://www.quebec-venezuela.org/article.php3?id_article=77

Info @: churun_meru4@hotmail.com or Churun-meru@rogers.com