Tuesday, February 16, 2010

New waterfall promoted as tourist attraction in Ucayali

A recently discovered waterfall, located in El Bombo area in the Curimana district of the Padre Abad province in Ucayali, will be promoted as a new tourist attraction of this Peruvian region.

The waterfall, called El Bombo de Curimana, is about ten meters high and 5 meters wide and is surrounded by lush vegetation and various kinds of trees, such as shihuahuaco, estoraque, quinilla, among others.

Different fish species have also been found in the area, such as fasaco, bujurquis, carachama, bagres and others. “This is one of the most fabulous places of Curimana,” authorities said.

Because of the clear waters and warm weather, this natural attraction is a great place for activities like fishing, refreshing baths and camping.

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