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Catatumbo Lightning, or "Relámpago del Catatumbo" in Spanish, is an awe-inspiring atmospheric phenomenon that occurs at the mouth of the Catatumbo River where it meets Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela. This rare and breathtaking light show in the sky is caused by a combination of unique geographical and weather conditions in the region. Read all about this incredible phenomenon in our ultimate guide about the Catatumbo Lightning.