Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest

States
Brazil
Category
Natural
Year
1999
Location
Atlantic Coast, states of Bahia and Espirito Santo, northeast Brazil
Region
Latin America & Caribbean
Coordinates
-16.5, -39.25
Last Visited
2025
UNESCO ID
892
WH Site
892
Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest

The Discovery Coast Atlantic Forest Reserves, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Brazil, are a vital ecological haven preserving one of the world’s most biodiverse rainforests. Spanning coastal forests and mangroves, they shelter rare species like jaguars and golden lion tamarins amid lush, pristine landscapes. Recognized by UNESCO in 1999, they highlight Brazil’s commitment to conservation. These reserves remain a stunning showcase of the country’s natural heritage.

📍 Location Map
Points (8)
  • Discovery National Park
  • Linhares Forest Reserve
  • Monte Pascoal National Park
  • PAU Brazil CEPLAC Experimental Station
  • Pau Brazil National Park
  • Sooretama Biological Reserve
  • Una Biological Reserve
  • Veracruz Station