Jequitinhonha River, Major river system in Minas Gerais and Bahia, Brazil.
The Jequitinhonha is a major river spanning over 1,000 kilometers from the highlands down to the coast, dividing the landscape into distinct zones. Its waters feed numerous tributaries and supply the region for farming and fishing.
During colonial times, the river valley became a center for diamond mining, which heavily changed the landscape through large-scale forest clearing. This activity left lasting impacts on the region's structure.
Communities living along the river create handmade ceramics, especially water vessels and figurines that reflect their local traditions. These crafts are closely tied to how people have used the water in their daily lives.
The river is accessible by walking trails and boat routes, especially where waterfalls and transitions between landscape zones are visible. Plan extra time for exploring remote areas, as access roads vary in quality depending on the location.
At Salto da Divisa, a 43-meter waterfall called Cachoeira do Salto Grande marks where the terrain shifts dramatically from mountains to lowlands. This location shows the boundary where two distinct landscape zones meet.
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