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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Belo_HorizonteBelo Horizonte - Wikipedia

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   Belo Horizonte is the sixth-largest city in Brazil, with a population of around 2.3 million, and the third largest metropolitan area, with a population of 6 million. It is the 13th-largest city in South America and the 18th-largest in the Americas.

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   Belo Horizonte, city, southern Minas Gerais state, southeastern Brazil. It lies on the western slope of the Espinhaco Mountains, at an elevation of 2,720 feet (830 meters). The first of Brazil’s planned cities, Belo Horizonte occupies a wide plateau encircled by the Curral del Rey Mountains.

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4. www.lonelyplanet.com › brazil › the-southeastBelo Horizonte travel - Lonely Planet | Brazil, South America

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   • Instituto de Arte Contemporânea Inhotim. The world's largest open-air contemporary art museum, and greater Belo Horizonte's standout attraction, this sprawling, world-class complex of gardens…
   • Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil. Inaugurated in late 2013, this magnificent palace on Praça da LIberdade is one of Belo Horizonte's cultural gems.
   • Memorial Minas Gerais – Vale. Praça da Liberdade's standout cultural attraction, this supremely cool contemporary museum chronicles Minas culture from the 17th to 21st centuries via…
   • Mineirão & Museu Brasileiro do Futebol. An obligatory stop for football fans, Belo Horizonte's legendary 65,000-seat stadium was completely renovated for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, incorporating a…

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   Things to Do in Belo Horizonte, Brazil: See Tripadvisor's 326,445 traveler reviews and photos of Belo Horizonte tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Belo Horizonte. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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   Is Belo Horizonte a city?

   • Belo Horizonte is the capital of the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil's second-most populous state. It is the first planned modern city in Brazil. The region was first settled in the early 18th century, but the city as it is known today was planned and constructed in the 1890s, to replace Ouro Preto as the capital of Minas Gerais.

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   What is Belo Horizonte famous for?

   • Shop at the Central Market Open in 1929 and considered one of the best markets in the world, the Belo Horizonte Central Market occupies an entire Downtown block and is one of the most visited shopping spots of the capital. The market receives many visitors every day, from all parts of Brazil and abroad, searching for shopping and fun.

   21 Fun Things to Do in Belo Horizonte, Brazil • I Heart Brazil

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   When did Belo Horizonte become a city?

   • The city was inaugurated as the capital of Minas Gerais in 1897 under the name Cidade de Minas, adopting its present name in 1901. Originally designed with an area of 8 square miles (20 square km), Belo Horizonte is now many times that size, having surpassed a target population of 200,000 people by 1925.

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   Is Belo Horizonte a good place to live?

   • On the southeastern limits of Belo Horizonte’s urban sprawl lays an area where fun and enjoyment are guaranteed as its vantage position offers an incredible look out into the city skyline. Indeed, the Parque das Mangabeiras, a municipal space, is one of the largest urban parks in Latin America, with an area of 833 acres (337 hectares).

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7. www.iheartbrazil.com › things-to-do-in-belo21 Fun Things to Do in Belo Horizonte, Brazil • I Heart Brazil

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   • Enjoy art in the Pampulha Art Museum. Note: The museum is currently closed for renovation for an undetermined period. The Pampulha Art Museum (MAP) is the main center for disseminating contemporary art in Minas Gerais and one of the references in Brazil.
   • Catch the night lights at the Pampulha Lagoon. Citizens of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, take great pride in their city and its features. The Pampulha Lagoon, a magnificent project conceived by the renowned Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, is one of them.
   • Explore the São Francisco of Assis Church. The Church of Saint Francis of Assisi is a significant landmark in Brazil. This chapel in the Pampulha region of Belo Horizonte was designed by the Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer (the same one who created the Pampulha Lagoon).
   • Shop at the Central Market. Open in 1929 and considered one of the best markets in the world, the Belo Horizonte Central Market occupies an entire Downtown block and is one of the most visited shopping spots of the capital.

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   Discover the best places to visit in Belo Horizonte, the capital of Minas Gerais state, with its modern architecture, parks, and culture. Learn about the history, art, and minerals of this vibrant city and its surroundings.

9. brazilcityguides.com › belo-horizonte-travel-guideThe Ultimate Belo Horizonte Travel Guide: Explore Brazil Like ...

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   Sep 26, 2023 · Learn how to explore Belo Horizonte, the capital of Minas Gerais, like a local. Find out the best neighborhoods, attractions, food, safety, and visa tips for this Brazilian city.