A waterfall surrounded by big trees

A logging concession granted to a furniture company threatens to disrupt the park, its cultural legacy, and its amazing biodiversity.

A waterfall surrounded by big trees

A logging concession granted to a furniture company threatens to disrupt the park, its cultural legacy, and its amazing biodiversity.

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