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Brazil

Casca d'Anta

Waterfall

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Casca d'Anta, Waterfall in Serra da Canastra National Park, Brazil.

The Casca d'Anta waterfall drops 186 meters down the granite cliffs of Serra da Canastra, creating a natural spectacle in Minas Gerais state.

Indigenous communities of Minas Gerais utilized the surrounding lands of Casca d'Anta for hunting and gathering before the establishment of Serra da Canastra National Park.

Local communities celebrate annual festivals near Casca d'Anta during the dry season, incorporating traditional music and regional gastronomy into their gatherings.

Visitors need to obtain permits from the national park administration and follow marked trails to reach both the upper and lower viewing points of the waterfall.

The waterfall marks the beginning point of the São Francisco River, which flows 2,830 kilometers through five Brazilian states to the Atlantic Ocean.

GPS coordinates: -20.30191,-46.52234

Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:11

Waterfalls and hot springs in Brazil

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Brazil has numerous waterfalls and hot springs across its varied landscapes. At Iguaçu, water flows over 275 individual drops. The Chapada Diamantina region contains multiple falls, including the 380-meter Cachoeira da Fumaça. The Serra da Canastra houses the 186-meter Casca d'Anta waterfall. Natural pools with clear waters exist at Poço Azul and Lagoa Azul. The thermal springs of Ibirá provide mineral-rich waters at consistent temperatures.

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