Diamantina is a historic city located in the central region of Minas Gerais, Brazil.
It was founded in the 18th century during the gold and mining cycle, which makes it a place full of history and heritage.
The city is nestled in the Serra dos Cristais mountains, surrounded by rivers and waterfalls, making it a popular tourist destination.
Among the attractions of Diamantina are the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary, the Diamond Museum, the Mercado Velho, the Chafariz de la Glória and the old town, which has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
To reach Diamantina, it can be reached by car from Belo Horizonte, the capital of the state of Minas Gerais, in a trip of approximately three hours.
There are also buses that connect the city with other nearby cities and with the capital. Diamantina is located about 290 kilometers from Belo Horizonte and about 670 kilometers from Rio de Janeiro.
See places to visit in Diamantina
See also information on Belo Horizonte.
