Cachoeira da Velha, Horseshoe waterfall in Jalapão State Park, Mateiros, Brazil.
The waterfall stretches 100 meters wide and drops 15 meters, creating powerful cascades of water flowing from the Rio Novo river.
The waterfall received its name from a local tale about a widow who visited daily, hoping to see her deceased husband near the waters.
The waterfall forms part of the Jalapão region, where traditional communities maintain their customs through crafts and local celebrations.
Visitors need to arrange transportation with authorized guides in 4x4 vehicles, as the roads leading to the waterfall are unpaved.
The structure includes wooden walkways leading to observation points, while the second section of falls remains visible only through rafting expeditions.
Location: Mateiros
GPS coordinates: -10.26108,-46.88379
Latest update: March 9, 2025 17:56
Northern Brazil contains natural areas and cultural sites away from regular tourist routes. Visitors find waterfalls, lakes and caves in the Amazon region along with colonial buildings. The area includes national parks, nature reserves and indigenous territories with diverse plants and animals.
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