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Parque Nacional da Serra do Teixeira
Parque Nacional da Serra do Teixeira is a national park in Brazil, established in 2023, covering 611 km² (236 sq mi). It is the #47 largest of Brazil's 87 national parks. Brazilian conservation unit located in Paraíba, Brazil.
- Area
- 611 km²
- Established
- 2023
- IUCN
- II: National Park
- Nearest airport
- CPV · 164 km
Nearest airports to Parque Nacional da Serra do Teixeira
- 1Presidente João Suassuna AirportCPV164 kmstraight lineCampina Grande, Brazil
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- 2 MVF228 kmstraight line
- 3 PAV258 kmstraight line
More about Parque Nacional da Serra do Teixeira
Parque Nacional da Serra do Teixeira is one of 87 national parks in Brazil — Brazilian conservation unit located in Paraíba, Brazil. It covers 611 km² (61,095 ha) — about 78% of the size of New York City, making it the #47 largest national park in Brazil (0.2% of the country's national park area).
History and protection
The park was established in 2023, 3 years ago — the first national parks in Brazil date back to 1937. It is listed in IUCN category II: National Park — protecting whole ecosystems while welcoming visitors for recreation and education.
Visiting Parque Nacional da Serra do Teixeira
The closest airport is Presidente João Suassuna Airport (CPV), about 164 km away — around 3 h 33 min by car; alternatively Dix-Sept Rosado Airport (MVF, 228 km). Other national parks within reach include Catimbau National Park (623 km²) and Furna Feia National Park (85 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.
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