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Parque Nacional das Sempre-vivas

Parque Nacional das Sempre-vivas is a national park in Brazil, established in 2002, covering 1,266 km² (489 sq mi). It is the #36 largest of Brazil's 87 national parks. Parque localizado(a) em BOCAIÚVA (MG) - BUENÓPOLIS (MG) - DIAMANTINA (MG) - OLHOS-D'ÁGUA (MG).

Area: 1,266 km²
Established: 2002
IUCN: II: National Park

More about Parque Nacional das Sempre-vivas

Parque Nacional das Sempre-vivas is one of 87 national parks in Brazil — Parque localizado(a) em BOCAIÚVA (MG) - BUENÓPOLIS (MG) - DIAMANTINA (MG) - OLHOS-D'ÁGUA (MG). It covers 1,266 km² (126,617 ha) — about 81% of the size of London, making it the #36 largest national park in Brazil (0.5% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 2002, 24 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.

Frequently asked questions

How big is Parque Nacional das Sempre-vivas?

1,266 km² — about 126,617 hectares or 489 square miles.

When was Parque Nacional das Sempre-vivas established?

In 2002 — 24 years ago.

What protection category is Parque Nacional das Sempre-vivas?

It is listed under IUCN category II: National Park of the IUCN protected area categories.

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