Autana

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Venezuela Natural Monument Cerro Autana:

NATURAL MONUMENT CERRO AUTANA
Location:	Amazonas State
Area:	30 hectares.
Declaration:	Decree No. 2987 of 12 December 1978. Gazette E - No. 2417 from 07 Mars 1979.
Protected ecosystems and relevant natural attractions:	Formation of Precambrian sandstone, relict of an underground river whose gallery can see through the tepui, Autana river, lake Leopold.
Tourist attractions:	It is an impressive hill that rises above the Amazon rainforest, standing from a distance. It belongs to the lower Precambrian Roraima formation. This majestic tepuy includes among its unique attractions of the world's oldest caves formed entirely by curcitas, using it like a tunnel through the hill from one extreme to another.
Activities Permitted:	The observation of nature, hiking hills adjacent to the monument as Churuata, scientific research.
Prohibited Activities:	Not allowed to climb the monument and pose helicopters at its peak. Hunting for sport or commercial. The carrying of weapons.
Schedules and fares:	None established. Amazon Terra Magica!