Unusual Finding in the Iguazú Falls: 400 Kilos of Coins Were Found for a Descent of the River

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Guardaparques and specialized personnel removed about 400 kilos of coins from the Iguazú riverbed, in the area of the Falls. The finding occurred during underwater cleaning tasks in the Iguazú National Park. Authorities warned about the environmental impact generated by the coins thrown by tourists as “amulet” or tradition.

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In an unprecedented operation in the Iguazú Falls, made possible by a sharp decrease in the flow of water from the river, National Park staff found a total of about 400 kilos of coins, mostly located on the Brazilian side. After the discovery, the authorities urged tourists to abandon the practice of throwing their money due to its environmental impact. The discovery had as protagonists a group of guides, park rangers and staff of the establishm…