Congonhas Half Day

Congonhas, the city of the trump the baroque, where we highlight the Basilica of Bom Jesus de Matosinhos, which retains the famous temple of buildings, the steps of the Paixão de Cristo, consisting of 78 life-sized sculptures, with 66 images related to distributed via crucis in six chapels and 12 of the Biblical prophets carved in soapstone exposed in the churchyard, this work received the title of Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 1985 as recognition of the brilliance and talent of Aleijadinho artwork, a title that has attracted tourists from around the world to confer the grandeur of this masterpiece, especially the Prophets and the images of the Steps that cause an intense dramatic impression as if the great artist had deliberately discharged his angry emotion and its absolutely brilliant talent for say goodbye to art and life itself.

- The use of comfortable walking shoes.

- In the winter time it is is necessary to use clothes to combat the cold weather of the city and on sunny days, we recommend the use of sunscreen.

- Please remember that Ouro Preto and its neighboring towns’ altitude in which it frequently reaches very low temperatures throughout the year - The itinerary may change according to weather conditions and / or for reasons beyond our will.

This includes:

• Transportation

• Guide

Not include:

• Admission to the attractions (museums and churches)

• The entrance to the Basilica of Bom Jesus de Matosinhos is free.