Brasília National Park, National park in Federal District, Brazil
Brasília National Park is a protected area covering about 423 square kilometers with diverse Cerrado vegetation, natural springs, and streams. The landscape features numerous caves carved into quartzite and limestone rock formations.
The park was established in 1961 to protect forests surrounding the newly constructed capital city. Its creation was part of broader efforts to preserve the natural environment in the Brasília region.
The nickname Água Mineral comes from the many springs whose water is said to have healing properties. The park's main attraction is the pools formed in old sand-extraction pits along the Acampamento Stream, dug before Brasília was built. Two marked trails, Capivara (about twenty minutes) and Cristal Água (about two hours), lead through the Cerrado.
The park offers several hiking trails, swimming spots, and viewpoints accessible to visitors throughout the year. Different entry points and routes allow exploration of various sections of the protected area.
The park's nickname, Água Mineral, comes from its many springs; the main swimming pools were formed by sand extraction on the banks of the Acampamento Stream before Brasília was built. The park also keeps a forest tree nursery and an environmental education centre.
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