Ilha da Queimada Grande, located on the Brazilian coast and almost 93 miles from the central region of São Paulo, is a mysterious land that prohibits visitors because it is considered one of the most dangerous of the world. Once you find out why, you might not want to be a lost tourist in the area either. Keep reading to understand better.
Read more: Google Japan's Absurdly Long Keyboard Is Really Real
see more
Employee prohibits children from sleeping when they arrive at daycare
8 signs that show that anxiety was present in your…
Brazilian island banning visitors
Popularly known as Snake Island, it was once considered the most dangerous place in the world. It is no wonder that visiting their domains remains prohibited, except for some very specific areas, such as tours guided by professionals who are qualified to walk and explore the region.
large number of snakes
Ilha das Cobras was so named because, as the name suggests, it is a place full of these animals. Scientists estimate that there are from one to five snakes per square meter in the area. It is estimated that approximately 4 thousand Jararacas-Ilhoa live there. The species is responsible for about 90% of snake attacks in Brazil.
How did Ilha da Queimada Grande become a big snake nest?
According to some stories, the snakes were left there by pirates who needed protection for their gold; however, in fact, this number of snakes evolved as a result of thousands of years without human intervention in the place. Around 11,000 years ago, sea levels rose and, consequently, the place ended up being isolated. This made the species of snakes that lived there evolved differently from the snakes that remained on the continent.
other hazards
Of course, the large number of snakes per square meter is the greatest danger in the region, but it is not the only one. There is no drinking water in this place, disembarking is difficult due to the coast with many cliffs and rocks and, in addition, the temperature is very high. Definitely no reason to want to visit the place.