A few facts about Los Rastrojos
- About 100,000 people live in Los Rastrojos.
- It's part of Lara.
- It's about 264 km to Caracas, the country's largest city.
- Towns nearby: Barquisimeto (13 km), Yaritagua (14 km) and Sabana de Parra (25 km).
Dating by city / Venezuela / Lara / Los Rastrojos
Dating in Los Rastrojos
Members from Los Rastrojos and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
Where to meet in Los Rastrojos
Ask the other person to pick their favourite café in Los Rastrojos. It tells you something about them, and they will feel at ease on familiar ground.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Dating in Los Rastrojos: questions and answers
How far around Los Rastrojos can I search?
More than 1.8 million people live within 50 km of Los Rastrojos, in 10 towns and cities including Barquisimeto, Araure and Yaritagua. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Los Rastrojos free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Los Rastrojos or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Los Rastrojos real?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Los Rastrojos?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Venezuela or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.