Ouro Preto
Ouro Preto is a historic city located in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Founded at the end of the 17th century, the city is known for its rich history linked to gold mining during the colonial period. It was an important economic and political center at the height of the gold cycle in Brazil. The city housed several mining devices and attracted a large number of people in search of wealth. With the decline of gold exploration, Ouro Preto went through a period of economic stagnation, which helped to preserve its colonial architecture. In addition to the churches, Ouro Preto is home to several museums that tell the history of the region, such as the Museu da Inconfidência, which honors the leaders of the Inconfidência Mineira, an independence movement that took place in the 18th century... Did you know?