Sometimes, all São Paulo residents need is a moment of tranquillity in the midst of nature. Luckily for us, the capital has plenty of options. Still, it’ s worth exploring the novelties of the countryside and expanding our horizons.
Parque do Basalto, located in Araraquara, has just opened a brand new ornamental lake, where visitors can contemplate the local flora and fauna. The new tourist attraction has environmental education as its purpose and, in addition, praises the water resources of the Tietê and Jacaré Watershed, promoting an opportunity for connection, learning and leisure.
Check out the tourist attractions:
The Basalt Park has a complete infrastructure for you to enjoy a relaxing day of leisure. The new ornamental lake is landscaped with fish and other aquatic animals that add to the attraction’s beauty.
Visitors will also find more than 350 species of trees and 110 cataloged species of birds to observe, an incredible waterfall, basalt rock walls, a children’s playground and ecological trails to explore the park’s nature.
Visit the Basalt Park:
Got the urge to check out this tourist attraction? The park is located about 290 km from São Paulo, on Avenida São João, Jardim Pinheiros, in Araraquara and is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 8am to 6pm. Admission is free and it is forbidden to bring pets or alcoholic beverages. In addition, you won’t need to wear a bathing suit, as bathing in the waterfall is not allowed.
Now all you have to do is hit the road and discover the beauties of Basalto Park. In one day, you can check out the new ornamental lake, enjoy the waterfall and hike the tourist attraction’s trails.
