RIO NEGRO ET RIO SOLIMÕES - ENCONTRO DAS AGUAS

The Amazon and its king river, the Amazon, hold a real fascination for a large part of the world's population. It's true that the planet's green lung and its vital artery, the Amazon River, are highly impacted by climate change. A major hydrological phenomenon attracts thousands of tourists every year, intrigued by this physico-chemical peculiarity. 12 km from Manaus, the white waters of the Rio Solimões meet the black waters of the Rio Negro, flowing three times faster before forming the Amazon; the two waters won't mix for miles, running side by side.

The Rio Negro rises in Colombia under the name Guania and flows south-east to join the Solimões (Amazon), forming the famous "meeting of the waters" phenomenon(encontro das aguas).
In front of Manaus, the two rivers flow side by side for 6 km without mixing. In fact, the Rio Negro is a large, wide river with dark, acidic waters due to its ancient geological formation, which determines its particular biology. It is bordered by long white sandy beaches, contrasting with the greenery of the jungle. Such conditions attract the attention of those seeking to understand the continent's origins, as well as the spectacular adaptation of its wildlife. The majestic Anavilhanas archipelago, Jaú National Park, Baependi, etc., stand out along its course.