Atividades interativas e educação ambiental: uma proposta para o parque Estadual Dois Irmãos

Abstract

The State of Pernambuco has great tourist potential, harboring a rich historical, cultural, and natural background. However, there is an underutilization of public spaces such as museums, squares, and urban parks, exemplified by the Dois Irmãos State Park (PEDI), an essential green area for the quality of life in the Metropolitan Region of Recife. Therefore, this paper proposes a conceptual, touristic, and pedagogical intervention at the site, aiming to expand visitation in a sustainable and inclusive manner. Based on a situational diagnosis and an observation form, a lack of interactive activities and affective connection with the public was identified. As a solution, the transition of the old bird enclosures into an Immersive Visitation Aviary – Active Aviary – is suggested, transforming the visitor into a conscious participant. Concurrently, the implementation of interactive totems based on Universal Design is proposed, equipped with tactile, visual, and audio description resources to democratize access to information. Feasibility was validated through a financial matrix and legal alignment. It is concluded that these innovations overcome the shortage of qualified leisure, articulate tourism with social function, and consolidate PEDI as a vital territory for Atlantic Forest conservation and a source of pride for the population of Recife.