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Scenic landscape view in Arequita in Lavalleja, Uruguay

Arequita

Uruguay, Lavalleja

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Arequita

LocationUruguay, Lavalleja
RegionLavalleja
TypeNational Park
Coordinates-34.2830°, -55.2500°
Established2024
Area5.6
Annual Visitors25,000
Nearest CityMinas (5 km)
Major CityMontevideo (120 km)
Entrance Fee$3
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About Arequita

Arequita National Park was incorporated into the SNAP in November 2024, protecting a volcanic geological formation roughly 130 million years old. The park encompasses Cerro Arequita, Cerro de los Cuervos, and a stretch of the Santa Lucía River near its source. Its 560 hectares include grasslands, wetlands, and native forests with high biodiversity value.

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Arequita in Lavalleja, Uruguay
Arequita landscape in Lavalleja, Uruguay (photo 2 of 2)

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