The aim of the Cerrado-Pantanal Programme is to promote biodiversity conservation through the creation and implementation of protected areas, the preservation of species and by fostering sustainable development and economic activities with low environmental impacts. Find out more
Cerrado
Flor do cerrado.
The second largest vegetation formation in South America covers one fourth of Brazil’s land area and small parts of Bolivia and Paraguay. An important source of water and the scene of incomparable natural and cultural beauty, the Cerrado is recognised as the richest savannah formation on the planet in terms of the variety of life forms. However, half of its original vegetation has already been destroyed.
Although the typical sparse and scrubby vegetation and the low twisted thick-barked trees have inscribed an almost indelible impression of monotony and little worth on the Brazilian collective imagination, in fact the Cerrado is just the opposite. The Cerrado is home to surprisingly beautiful, exotic landscapes and cultures with great economic and tourism potential. It is the site of a profusion of natural grasslands, savannahs, palm swamps and forests enhanced by many streams and waterfalls.
More about the Cerrado
More about the Cerrado
For millions of years, the ancient central plateau has been carved and moulded by waters that even today are crystal clear and abundant. We have to make sure that they stay that way for generations to come.
Reservas da Biosfera
Biosphere reserve
The Cerrado Biosphere Reserve has an area of 296.5 thousand square kilometres and takes parts of the states of Goiás, Tocantins, Maranhão, Piauí and the Federal District.
It is one of six Brazilian reserves in this category recognised by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco), alongside the Atlantic Forest, São Paulo Green Belt, Pantanal, Caatinga and the Central Amazon.
It is one of six Brazilian reserves in this category recognised by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco), alongside the Atlantic Forest, São Paulo Green Belt, Pantanal, Caatinga and the Central Amazon.
