Set next to the border between Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia, Corumbá is a large city and the main tourist attraction in the Mato Grosso do Sul State. This is mainly owing to its proximity to the famous Pantanal wetlands (the largest on earth), where a huge variety of plant and animal species can be seen (including the captivating and precious Ocelot wild cat, giant river otters, and many more). The city was also one of the most important ports in South America during colonial times; a wealth of heritage buildings await exploration, including several ancient forts. The city is watched over by the O Cristo (The Christ) statue (similar to the one in Rio) and boasts numerous fascinating museums, attractive parks, and plenty of excellent restaurants.
The Amolar Mountain Range is one of the most protected areas in the Pantanal region, a biodiversity corridor, and a natural barrier to regulate humidity and reduce river runoff. This Natural World Heritage site is 80km long, has an altitude peak of more than 950m above sea level, and is located on the border between Brazil and Bolivia, separating the cities of Corumbá (MS) and Cáceres (MT). There are three great lagoons in its surroundings: Mandioré, Gaíva, and Uberaba. The Amolar Mountain Range is an encounter of biomes, a rare beauty, and a territory with archaeological remains of people who lived there 8 thousand years ago.
