many of them can be found in the parque estadual da serra da tiririca ecological reserve, which spans an impressive 3,568 hectors and circles the city.

the mountains of niterói tend to be smaller in size, than those found within rio de janeiro, however, what they lack in size they make up for in rich ecosystems, which continue to thrive in the more tranquil surroundings.

some of the most popular peaks in the city, include the morro das andorinhas, one of the smallest hills at 196 meters above sea level, whilst pedra do elefante is the highest and most famous in the region, reaching an impressive 412 meters.