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Angra dos Reis meteorite
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The Angra dos Reis meteorite is a celebrated fragment of a larger body that streaked across the sky and crashed near the city in 1869. Weighing about 1.5 kilograms, it is classified as an achondrite, a rare type of stony meteorite from the asteroid Vesta. Its fall was witnessed by locals, and it was later acquired by the National Museum in Rio de Janeiro, where it remains a key exhibit. The meteorite offers a tangible link to outer space and the region's history, drawing science enthusiasts and curious visitors.
Don't miss
- View the actual meteorite fragment at the National Museum
- Learn about its 1869 fall and classification as an achondrite
- Discover its origin from the asteroid Vesta
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Ways to visit Angra dos Reis meteorite
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSchooner ride with or without Lunch Included - Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande4.3★ · 157 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →
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