Carangola
The area’s name is derived from the river that surrounds it, as well as referring to the large amount of yams that were known as “cará-angola” (yam-angola) as a result of being mixed in amongst the grass
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The region of Carangola was inhabited by the Coroado and Puri Indians, who had been expelled from the coast by colonisers. During the 18th century the Zona da Mata, where the Carangola is located, was excluded from economic exploration and known as the “Zona Proibida” (Forbidden Area). This was in order to avoid the passing of contraband gold produced in the centre of the region. The area’s name is derived from the river that surrounds it, as well as referring to the large amount of yams that were known as “cará-angola” (yam-angola) as a result of being mixed in amongst the grass. Nowadays the city has significant historical and cultural attractions, including the Municipal Museum, the Railway Station, the Morro do Cruzeiro, and the Churches of São Manoel do Boi, Santa Luzia, Rosário, Nossa Senhora Aparecida, and Santa Emília.
Travel Tips: The city’s cultural calendar includes festivals such as the Feira Regional Agropecuária e Industrial (Industrial and Agricultural Fair) in July, and the Padroeira Santa Luzia Festival in December, as well as the Nossa Senhora Aparecida Festival and Rosário Festivals, which are both held in October.