Tijuca is also peppered with a number of waterfalls, including the famous Cascatinha Taunay, the highest in the forest at 30 metres high. In the national park, there are 16 hiking trails winding ...
Covering more than 9,600 acres, Tijuca National Park sits within the ... it features varied terrains, waterfalls, caves and more than 1,600 plant species and more than 300 different species ...
Highlights include Tijuca National Park, world's largest urban forest, which has spectacular views, lush green trees, mountainous terrain, and creeks and waterfalls for nature lovers to enjoy.