Frade e a Freira Natural Monument, Natural monument in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Brazil.
The Frade e a Freira Natural Monument features two rock formations at 683 meters elevation, spanning across 861 hectares of Atlantic Forest terrain.
The site received official protection status as a Natural Cultural Heritage in 1986 and was formally declared a Natural Monument through state decree in 2007.
The rock formations take their names from a local tale about a monk and nun who were transformed into stone to preserve their religious commitments.
Visitors can access the monument via an unpaved road from BR-101 highway, with climbing routes available for those seeking physical activities.
The natural landmark forms part of the Central Atlantic Forest Ecological Corridor, established in 2002 to connect preserved forest segments.
GPS coordinates: -20.86860,-40.99380
Latest update: May 10, 2025 21:27
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