Belo Horizonte                                    
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Belo Horizonte is a large, metropolitan city north of Rio de Janeiro that many travelers tend to skip when touring Brazil, but there are many reasons that make a trip to BH more than worthwhile.  The city offers an incredible view of the nearby mountain ranges and beautiful sunsets that are best observed from the hills just outside of town.  In addition, Belo Horizonte's locals are friendly, welcoming people that will add immensely to your appreciation of the city.

Many visitors to Belo Horizonte find that the longer they stay, the more charming and enjoyable the city becomes.  From fine dining and world-class shopping to cultural events and art galleries, every traveler is sure to find something worth exploring in BH.  The upscale Savassi neighborhood offers excellent window shopping, the Mercado Central always has plenty of treasures to be discovered, the Lourdes neighborhood features some of the best restaurants in Brazil and the Palácio das Artes and Inhotim Art Museum are two great examples of cultural attractions the city has to offer.  When you consider all there is to see and do in BH, it is definitely worth checking out.