Iguaçu National Park
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Iguaçu National Park is located in Brazil and was established in 1939 to preserve the natural beauty of the Iguaçu Falls and its surrounding environment. The park protects the diverse vegetation and wildlife found in the region, which includes semi-deciduous and tropical plant life, as well as various animal species.1
The Iguaçu Falls themselves are a series of cataracts on the Iguaçu River, situated on the border between Argentina and Brazil. They are significantly wider than Niagara Falls and are divided into approximately 275 separate waterfalls by numerous islands. The name "Iguaçu" originates from a Guaraní word meaning "great water". The park, along with its counterpart in Argentina, Iguazú National Park, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in recognition of its outstanding natural significance.12
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