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A 140-hectare contemporary art park in Minas Gerais where purpose-built pavilions for single artists sit among botanical gardens and lakes. The largest open-air art centre in Latin America.
50 km · about 60 min drive
Minas Gerais, Brazil · South America
Pará de Minas sits on the route: 30 minutes from Igaratinga, 50km from Inhotim.
Pará de Minas is a town located in Minas Gerais, Brazil. With a population of 97,139, it is an important destination in South America.
On a road trip, Pará de Minas sits in Brazil, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Sao Paulo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Pará de Minas to your route.
Pará de Minas is a Brazilian municipality located in the state of Minas Gerais, in the Southeast Region of Brazil. It is part of the metropolitan belt of Belo Horizonte and is situated west of the state capital, approximately 75 km (47 mi) away in the Central region of Minas Gerais. The municipality covers an area ofRead more
551.247 km2 (212.838 sq mi), with 9.9 km2 (3.8 sq mi) within the urban area. Its population was estimated at 102,033 inhabitants in 2024.
The municipality's average annual temperature is 21.8 °C (71.2 °F), and its original vegetation is predominantly Atlantic Forest. With 95% of the population residing in the urban area, the city had 50 healthcare facilities in 2009. Its Human Development Index (HDI) is 0.725, classified as high compared to the national average.
The exploration of the area that is now Pará de Minas began in the second half of the 17th century, following the establishment of a rest stop for bandeirantes traveling to and from the mines of Pitangui, some of whom settled in the area. The construction of the Our Lady of Mercy Chapel in the 18th century marks the establishment of the settlement, which developed over decades through subsistence agriculture. It was elevated to district status in 1846 and achieved municipal emancipation in 1859. Throughout the 20th century, the textile industry, steel industry, and agribusiness gained prominence, establishing Pará de Minas as a key regional hub for pig farming and poultry farming.
Events such as the city's carnival (ParáFolia), the Pará de Minas Cavalcade, and the Fest Frango (State Chicken and Pork Fair) are among the main attractions of Pará de Minas, alongside cultural programs at the House of Culture, Cine Café, and the Geraldina Campos de Almeida Municipal Theater. Within the urban area, Bariri Park offers spaces for walking, relaxation, and children's recreation. On the Santa Cruz Ridge, the Christ the Redeemer monument of Pará de Minas, inspired by the Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, has become one of the municipality's most iconic landmarks.
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Pará de Minas is located in Minas Gerais, Brazil, South America. The coordinates are -19.8603 latitude, -44.6083 longitude.
Pará de Minas has a population of approximately 97,139 people, making it a town in Brazil.
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A 140-hectare contemporary art park in Minas Gerais where purpose-built pavilions for single artists sit among botanical gardens and lakes. The largest open-air art centre in Latin America.
50 km · about 60 min drive
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