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The National Park of Chapada Diamantina (Parque Nacional da Chapada Diamantina) is in the centre of the state of Bahia in Brazil.

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[edit] History

The National Park was created in 1980's to protect Serra do Cincorá and to attract growing number of ecotourists.

[edit] Landscape

This scenery mountain range includes mountains, valleys, monoliths, caves, rivers and waterfalls. Highest parts of the park raise over 2000 meters above sea level (average being 1000m above sea level) and offer breathtaking views.

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Start from the city of Lençóis. You will get there by plane from São Paulo or Salvador. There is also daily bus connection from Salvador.

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• Cachoeira da Fumaça - the highest waterfall (380 m) of Brazil is so high that the water never hits the ground. It vaporizes in the air by the force of the wind.
• Cachoeira do Sossego - another spectacular waterfall.
• Cachoeira do Buracão - ...and another.
• The caverns of Lapa Doce and Pratinha - a must for cave enthusiasts.
• Poço Encantado - Enchanted Pool with incredibly blue water.

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[edit] Stay safe

Keep in mind that evening storms are quite frequent in the area.

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