About Minas

The state of Minas Gerais

 

Minas Gerais is a unique state that combines culture, history, tradition and lots of wilderness!

In Minas Gerais there is always room for one more at the table and that is the brand of hospitality from the people of the state. Minas Gerais way of living welcome different tastes, preferences, interests and desires: from the adventurous tourist to those who only want to relax, from children the elderly, the rural to urban. To hear or read about this is not enough. You are more than welcome to try it youtself. Enjoy!

 

Minas holds about 60% of National Historic Landmark, with centuries-old cities portraying the grandiosity of Brazil’s history. No traveler is indifferent to an authentic baroque church, an infinite horizon or even a dish of ora-pro-nobis. Minas is also a scene of vast artistic expressions, exported nationally and internationally. Here you will find ideal destinations to relax and take care of body and mind. Minas Gerais is much more than just a tourist trip, is establishing an experience with with the nature of its people.

 

A place where the exuberance of nature is combined with the simplicity of the people and where the past live in harmony with the present. The state holds surprises for both those who enjoy tranquility and for those who prefer extra doses of adrenaline. For those fascinated by food and young people in search of fun.


Map of Minas Gerais

Location: Southeast Region of Brazil

State Population:18 million inhabitants

Language: Portuguese

Area Code: Brazil (55); Minas Gerais (3X),Belo Horizonte(31)

Altitude: 750 meters above sea level

Relative Humidity: 78% (Yearly average)

Climate: Temperate Tropical, varying from 22ºC to 27ºC in the summer and 15º C to 21º C in the winter.

Currency: Real (R$)

Time zone: GMT -3 hours

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