Poconé is a
municipality
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Mato Grosso
Mato Grosso ( – lit. "Thick Bush") is one of the states of Brazil, the third largest by area, located in the Central-West region. The state has 1.66% of the Brazilian population and is responsible for 1.9% of the Brazilian GDP.
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The
Bento Gomes River passes within a few kilometers of the village.
The municipality contains part of the
Taiamã Ecological Station.
The municipality contains 57% of the
Encontro das Águas State Park, created in 2004.
See also
*
List of municipalities in Mato Grosso
External links
Pantanal Escapes - Travel Guide and tourist information for Poconé
References
Municipalities in Mato Grosso
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