Paramillo National Natural Park, Protected area in Antioquia and Córdoba, Colombia.
Paramillo National Natural Park is a protected area spanning two departments with habitats ranging from tropical rainforests to high-altitude mountain grasslands. The territory contains several major rivers that supply water to communities in the surrounding regions.
The area was privately owned by families during the colonization of Antioquia before the government acquired it to establish the reserve. This land acquisition marked a shift toward protecting the region's natural diversity.
The Embera-Katios and Embera Chamí communities live within the park and shape the land through their traditional ways of living and land management. Visitors can observe how they interact with the environment in their daily activities.
The terrain is mountainous and demanding, so visitors should wear sturdy hiking boots and bring weather-resistant clothing. The best time to explore is during drier months when trails are more passable.
The park contains species found nowhere else in the world, with different elevation zones hosting distinct groups of plants and animals. This remarkable concentration of life occurs across varying altitudes throughout the territory.
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