Copilot
Your everyday AI companion
  1. See more
    See more
    See all on Wikipedia
    See more

    Belo Horizonte - Wikipedia

    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. The metropolis is anchor to the Belo Horizonte metropolitan area, … See more

    Portuguese colonization
    The metropolis was once a small village, founded by João Leite da Silva Ortiz [pt], a bandeirante explorer from São Paulo. The explorer settled in … See more

    Geography image

    Belo Horizonte receives large numbers of visitors, as it is in the Brazilian main economic axis, exerting influence even on other states. Multinational and Brazilian companies, such as See more

    Educational institutions
    Several higher education institutions are located in Belo Horizonte, including:
    See more

    Theatre and dance
    Every two years, FIT BH, The International Theater Festival of Belo Horizonte, takes place in the city. This attracts artists from all over Brazil and … See more

    Overview image
    Demographics image

    Surrounding cities and metropolitan area
    The term "Grande BH" ("Greater Belo Horizonte") denotes any of various definitions for the … See more

    Economy image
    Education image

    Ethnic groups
    According to the 2022 census, there were 2,315,560 people residing in the city of Belo Horizonte. … See more

    Transport image
    Culture image

    Airports
    Belo Horizonte is served by three airports:
    Tancredo Neves/Confins International Airport, … See more

    Wikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license
    Feedback
  2. Belo Horizonte | History, Population, & Facts | Britannica

  3. People also ask
    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.
    The world's largest open-air contemporary art museum, and greater Belo Horizonte's standout attraction, this sprawling, world-class complex of gardens… Inaugurated in late 2013, this magnificent palace on Praça da LIberdade is one of Belo Horizonte's cultural gems.
    Pay attention to traffic: As traffic in Belo Horizonte can be somewhat chaotic, be alert when crossing streets or if you are driving. Use crosswalks and observe road signs. We know that all the precautions we take related to travel are essential, regardless of the destination.
    It is the capital of the state of Minas Gerais, one of the largest in the country. Despite not having beaches, it is very close to coastal states, such as Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo. But be aware when visiting Belo Horizonte, as you are at great risk of falling in love with the city and not wanting to return home.
  4. THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Belo Horizonte - Tripadvisor

  5. Belo Horizonte travel - Lonely Planet | Brazil, South America

  6. The Ultimate Belo Horizonte Travel Guide: Explore Brazil Like A …

  7. 11 Top Tourist Attractions in Belo Horizonte & Easy …

    WEB1. Praça da Liberdade (Freedom Square) 2. São Francisco de Assis and Lagoa da Pampulha. 3. Palácio das Artes. 4. Mercado Central (Central Market) 5. Memorial Minas Gerais Vale. 6. Museu de Mineralogia …

  8. 21 Fun Things to Do in Belo Horizonte, Brazil • I Heart …

    WEBMay 12, 2022 · Capital of Minas Gerais State, the city is named because of the lovely view that it offers from the top of Serra do Curral (Stable Mountain Ridge), a mountain ridge framing Belo Horizonte. Belo

  9. Belo Horizonte, Brazil: All You Must Know Before You …

    WEBWhat is Belo Horizonte known for? What is there to do in Belo Horizonte? When is the cheapest time to visit Belo Horizonte? Belo Horizonte Tourism: Tripadvisor has 326,287 reviews of Belo Horizonte Hotels, …

  10. Belo Horizonte – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

  11. Must-see attractions Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais - Lonely Planet