Why Belo Horizonte?
Sure, if you’re heading to Brazil, Rio may top your list of must-see cities. And since Rio is only about a one-hour flight from Belo, there’s no reason you can’t see both. But when Rio is crawling with tourists, Belo Horizonte offers a respite not-so-far from the madding crowds. It’s a quaint corner of the country to discover. Admittedly, Belo Horizonte is a bit sleepy. If you’re looking for an action-packed getaway, bikini-filled beaches and an explosive nightlife, get thee on a plane to Rio! Despite being Brazil’s third largest city (after Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro), Belo Horizonte is quiet but visitors here get a real sense of every day life in Brazil. It’s a great walking city; the many tree-lined streets are lovely and when your feet get tired, the public transportation system (buses and trains) is easily accessible. Things to do There is no shortage of museums to visit in Belo Horizonte: The Museum of Arts and Crafts, Museu Histórico Abílio Barreto and Museu de Ciencias Natura
