Pedra da Galinha Choca, Rock formation in Quixadá, Brazil.
The Pedra da Galinha Choca rises 425 meters above sea level, featuring a granite and diorite composition that forms its distinctive hen-like silhouette.
The formation, previously named Pedra da Arara until the early twentieth century, stands near the Cedar Dam, constructed between 1890 and 1906.
Local residents of Quixadá incorporate the formation into their storytelling traditions, passing down narratives about its origin through generations.
Visitors can access the formation through the Trilha da Galinha Choca trail, requiring proper hiking equipment and water supplies for the ascent.
The rock formation sits within the Quixadá Monoliths Natural Monument, characterized by its crystalline base dating back to the Precambrian period.
GPS coordinates: -4.98627,-39.07124
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:58
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