The following are the heritage sites, grouped into recommended gateway cities. This will help you in the logistics (travel and accommodation) to go to the sites.
BELO HORIZONTE (CNF/PLU)
Belo Horizonte, Brazil’s first planned modern city, is the vibrant capital of Minas Gerais, affectionately known as “Beagá.” Nestled within a ring of jagged mountains, the city is a premier destination for lovers of architecture and gastronomy. It serves as the gateway to the Pampulha Modern Ensemble, where Oscar Niemeyer’s revolutionary curves meet the lush landscapes of Roberto Burle Marx. Beyond its monuments, “BH” is celebrated as the “bar capital” of the world, boasting a legendary boteco culture. At the Mercado Central, visitors can immerse themselves in the scents of local cachaça and “pão de queijo,” while the Liberdade Cultural Circuit offers a sophisticated blend of museums housed in historic palaces.
RIO DE JANEIRO (GIG/SDU)
Rio de Janeiro, the “Marvelous City,” is a vibrant coastal metropolis in Brazil renowned for its dramatic fusion of jagged granite peaks and sprawling Atlantic beaches. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is celebrated for its “Carioca Landscapes,” where urban life thrives between the lush Tijuca National Park and the sea. Visitors are captivated by iconic landmarks like the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado and the panoramic cable car ride to Sugarloaf Mountain. From the sun-drenched sands of Copacabana and Ipanema to the rhythmic soul of samba in the Lapa district, Rio offers an intoxicating blend of natural beauty and festive energy.
Featured Image: Ouro Preto (Rogerio Camboim SA, Flickr/CC BY 2.0).
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