natural monument · Sumidouro, RJ
Pedra Duas Irmãs
A formation of two large rocks about 30 meters tall that create a kind of gateway at the entrance to town. It is considered the local postcard sight and has easy trails nearby.
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About Pedra Duas Irmãs
The Pedra Duas Irmãs is the postcard sight of Sumidouro, in the Rio de Janeiro mountain region. These are two large rocks that lean against each other, leaving a passage between them. A paved town street runs through this passage.
When you arrive in Sumidouro, you find the rock right at the entrance. Cars and pedestrians pass beneath it, as if through a natural tunnel. Plants and small trees grow in the cracks and on top of the rocks, and all around you can see the green hills that surround the town.
It is an almost obligatory photo stop. You can look at the rock head-on from the street, or from the lawn beside it, where you can better see how the two rocks meet at the top.
The visit is quick and takes no effort: everything is next to the street, on flat ground, accessible for people with limited mobility.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
A stop of 15 to 30 minutes is enough to see the rock and take photos.
Best time
Any time of year. Morning or late-afternoon light brings out the texture of the rocks in photos.
How to get there
It is at the entrance to the town of Sumidouro, on Rua José Muniz de Andrade, which passes under the rocks. You can get there by car or on foot from the nearby streets.
Tip
Since cars use the passage, take photos from the sidewalk or the lawn beside it and cross carefully.
A look at the place
Pedra Duas Irmãs in pictures
These pictures are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs. They may differ from the place.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Pedra Duas Irmãs
Where is the Pedra Duas Irmãs?
At the entrance to the town of Sumidouro, on Rua José Muniz de Andrade, which passes under the rocks.
Is there a fee to visit the Pedra Duas Irmãs?
It is a roadside spot that you can see freely.
Can you drive under the rock?
Yes. The street runs through the passage between the rocks; observe the height and width signs.
How long does the visit take?
It is a quick stop, 15 to 30 minutes, to look and take photos.