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Last updated: 2026
Minas Gerais is one of Brazil’s most fascinating states, combining spectacular mountain landscapes with a rich colonial heritage built on the region’s gold-mining past. Its historic towns such as Ouro Preto, Mariana, Congonhas and Tiradentes are renowned for baroque churches, ornate sculpture and beautifully preserved architecture, while the Serra do Cipó and other mountain regions offer hiking, waterfalls and dramatic scenery. For tourists, Minas Gerais is also a great place to experience authentic Brazilian culture and cuisine, making it one of the most rewarding destinations in Brazil’s interior.
