Sugarloaf Mountain and Urca Hill Natural Monument
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The Sugarloaf Mountain and Urca Hill Natural Monument (Portuguese: Monumento Natural Dos Morros Do Pão De Açúcar e Da Urca) is a natural monument in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It protects the Sugarloaf Mountain and the adjoining Morro da Urca, distinctive landmarks of the city.
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Sugarloaf Mountain and Urca Hill Natural Monument | |
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Monumento Natural Dos Morros Do Pão De Açúcar e Da Urca | |
Nearest city | Rio de Janeiro, RJ |
Coordinates | 22°56′59″S 43°09′33″W |
Area | 91.5 ha (226 acres) |
Designation | Natural monument |
Created | 1 June 2006 |
Administrator | Secretaria Municipal de Meio Ambiente, RJ |
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