Bonito, located in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, is known for its stunning landscapes, crystal-clear rivers, caves, and waterfalls.The history of Bonito began in the colonial period, when the territory was part of the vast sertão lands. Its first inhabitants were the indigenous people of the Guarani and Kaiowá tribes. With the arrival of bandeirantes and explorers in the region in the 16th century, the area began to be explored in search of gold and other natural resources.By the end of the 19th century, the region began to be occupied by farmers, and in 1915, Euzébio Luiz da Costa was considered the official founder of Bonito, as he acquired land in the region and invested in local development. In 1948, Bonito was elevated to the category of district and, on October 2, 1948, it became an independent municipality, breaking away from Aquidauana.Bonito gained national and international prominence from the 1980s onwards, when its natural beauty began to attract tourists from all over the world. An important milestone in the promotion of tourism was the realization of the First Winter Festival of Bonito in 2000, which helped establish the city as a national and international tourist destination.Today, Bonito is recognized for its practices of sustainable ecotourism, with activities such as floating in crystal-clear rivers, diving, rappelling in caves, and observing the local fauna and flora. The region has several environmental preservation areas and is considered a model of integrated tourism management with environmental conservation.With this trajectory of preservation and tourism development, Bonito is often cited as one of the main ecotourism destinations in the world.
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