Mantiqueira Mountains

By Jesse Russell

High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles The Mantiqueira Mountains (Portuguese: Serra da Mantiqueira) are a mountain range in Southeastern Brazil, with parts in the states of S o Paulo, Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro. It rises abruptly from the northwestern bank of the Para ba do Sul River and extends northeastward for approximately 320 km (200 mi), reaching a height of 2,798 m (9,180 ft) at Pedra da Mina. The mountains, which eventually merge with the Serra do Espinha o, were originally forest-covered, except for the peaks that rise above the tree line. They provide charcoal and pasture for cattle; on the lower slopes there are several health and tourist resorts, such as Campos do Jord o, Brazil's highest city. The name Mantiqueira derives from a Tupi word meaning "mountains that cry," denoting the large number of springs and streams found there.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 5510863803
• ISBN13: 9785510863802
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Book on Demand Ltd.
• Length: 98 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"