Monte Verde is a city located in the mountains of the Serra de Mantiqueira in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil.
With an altitude of 1,555 meters above sea level, it is a popular destination for those looking for a cooler climate and a mountain environment.
Monte Verde is known for its natural beauty, hiking trails, cuisine, and alpine architecture.
Among the tourist attractions of Monte Verde is the Pico Selado Ecological Park, which has several waterfalls and walking trails.
You can also enjoy adventure sports such as zip-lining and rappelling, as well as horseback riding and cycling.
To get to Monte Verde from Sao Paulo, you can take a bus to the city of Camanducaia and then take a taxi or minibus to Monte Verde.
It can also be reached by car through the Fernão Dias highway. The city is located about 160 km from Sao Paulo and 470 km from Rio de Janeiro.
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