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Itambacuri and Teófilo Otoni - MG
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Franciscan City! How much joy and peace there is here! A place of peace, of hospitable people, of the beautiful mountains, and of a remarkable faith that moves its people, calms and transforms those who arrive! Visiting Itambacuri is to rejoice when eating an apple of love in one of its beautiful squares, listening to the church bell ringing! Our simplicity enchants and those who know us will never forget!
Tourist Tips
Itambacuri
Ipe farm
The Ipê farm is located 12 km from the city of Itambacuri, on the road towards the municipality of Frei Gaspar.
Santa Clara College Architectural Ensemble
Founded in 1907, Colégio Santa Clara marks the beginning of the arrival of the Franciscan Poor Clares Sisters in Itambacuri and also the beginning of the settlement of the municipality.
Shrine of Our Lady of the Angels
The Nossa Senhora dos Anjos Sanctuary was built in 1883 and houses the Friars Capuchinhos convent and the Sacred Museum.
Morro do Urubú
Morro do urubu is a place characterized by its landscape of natural preservation, with a privileged view of the entire valley, framed by its mountain range and a wonderful sunset.
House of Culture
The Casa de Cultura de Itambacuri was the first two-story building in the municipality. Built at the end of the 19th century, less than 30 years after the foundation of the “Indians of Nossa Senhora dos Anjos de Itambacuri” village, this heritage functioned as the first Forum in the city.
Welcome to Teófilo Otoni
Teófilo Otoni - MG
Teófilo Otoni is the largest center for cutting and selling precious stones in Brazil. In the city it is possible to buy several rough and cut gemstones, as well as mineral handicrafts, in the numerous shops, newsstands and offices in the central region. Teófilo Otoni also has other interesting historical, cultural and natural attractions, as well as several events throughout the year, including the International Fair of Precious Stones, which attracts tourists from all over the world.
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Teófilo Otoni
Immaculate Conception Church
With a beautiful eclectic architecture, the Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora Imaculada Conceição, Cathedral, or Igreja Matriz as it is still called by the local population, is located in the center of Teófilo Otoni.
Tiradentes Square
Praça Tiradentes has unmissable attractions by Teófilo Otoni. The famous rough and cut gemstones that gave the city the title of “World Capital of Precious Stones” can be seen and purchased!
Germanic Square
The Architectural Ensemble of the Germanic Square honors the influence of German colonization in the municipality of Teófilo Otoni.
town hall
In front of Praça Tiradentes is the City Hall building, where the sessions of the councilors of Teófilo Otoni are held.
Handicraft and Ornamental Plants Fair
The Ornamental Plant Handicraft Fair has exhibitions and sales of ornamental plants and handicrafts made by local residents.
tourist information
Teófilo Otoni - MG
Tourist Information:Telephone: (33) 3529 2278 / 3529 2257.
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Secretary of Culture, Tourism, Sport and Leisure:Telephone: (33) 3511-2526.
Itambacuri City Hall:Telephone: (33) 3511-1732.
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