List of national parks of Uruguay
In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of List of national parks of Uruguay, exploring its multiple facets and aspects that make it a topic of relevance and interest today. From its impact on society to its influence in the cultural sphere, List of national parks of Uruguay has captured the attention of experts and fans alike, generating debates, reflections and in-depth analysis. Along these lines, we will closely examine the different aspects of this topic, offering a detailed look that will allow the reader to better understand its importance and implications in the contemporary world.
The following is a list of some of the National Parks in Uruguay.
Wetlands/coastal
- Lagoons on Uruguay's east coast. Classified as a wetland of international significance under the Ramsar Convention.
- Laguna de rocha. Lagoon in Rocha.
- Castillos Lagoon. Freshwater lagoon in Rocha.
- Garzon Lagoon. Semi-freshwater lagoon in Rocha and Maldonado.
- Santa Teresa National Park. Includes beaches, forests and the Fort of Santa Teresa.
- Cabo Polonio. Includes beaches and sand dunes.
Central Hill Country
- Lunarejo Valley. Located between Rivera and Artigas (on the border with Brazil). Native grassland, ferns and hill scrub, with small pockets of subtropical vegetation in the valleys.
- Quebrada de los Cuervos. Located near Treinta y Tres. Includes canyons and a subtropical forest in the bottom of the gorge.
- Arequita National Park. Located in 10 km (6 mi) north of Minas. Includes a large round mesa of volcanic rock and forests.
Uruguay River
- Esteros de Farrapos National Park. Includes 24 islands, covering 174.96 km2. Classified under the Ramsar Convention as a Wetland of International Significance.
Caves
- Palace Cave in Flores. The geology dates from the Late Cretaceous period and is composed of sandstone, which formed during the Paleocene. Classified as a National Park in 2013.
References
- ^ a b "The List of Wetlands of International Importance (the Ramsar List)" (PDF). Ramsar. 1 December 2023. 56. Retrieved 4 January 2024.
- ^ Uruguay, Presidencia de la República Oriental del. "Grutas del Palacio es el décimo lugar integrado al Sistema Nacional de Áreas Protegidas - Presidencia de la República". www.presidencia.gub.uy.
