Kuri'y
Paraguay, Alto Paraná
Kuri'y
LocationParaguay, Alto Paraná
RegionAlto Paraná
TypeNational Reserve
Coordinates-25.5500°, -54.8500°
Established1973
Area20
Nearest CityCiudad del Este (120 km)
About Kuri'y
Kuri'y National Reserve protects 2,000 hectares containing relict stands of Araucaria angustifolia (Paraná pine) in eastern Paraguay. Established by Decree 30,956 in 1973, it is one of the last refuges for this critically endangered conifer species in Paraguay, serving as an important site for scientific research in forest ecology and the conservation of Southern Hemisphere conifers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kuri'y located?
Kuri'y is located in Alto Paraná, Paraguay at coordinates -25.55, -54.85.
How do I get to Kuri'y?
To get to Kuri'y, the nearest city is Ciudad del Este (120 km).
How large is Kuri'y?
Kuri'y covers approximately 20 square kilometers (8 square miles).
When was Kuri'y established?
Kuri'y was established in 1973.