History of BH
The history of Belo Horizonte (BH) is rich and complex, marked by significant events and transformations. The city was inaugurated on December 12, 1897, after a long process that involved the construction of a new capital for Minas Gerais. Originally known as "Cidade de Minas" and "Bello Horisonte," the city eventually settled on the name Belo Horizonte in 1901
The construction of Belo Horizonte led to the destruction of the old Arraial de Curral del-Rei, founded in 1707, to make way for the new capital. The city's development was driven by a modern urban planning project that included the creation of large avenues, tree-lined streets, and planned neighborhoods.
How to get to BH
from the airport
Uber ~ US$20
(most recommended)
Bus ~ US$10
(airport connection recommended)
How to get around BH
Apps: Movie, Google Maps, Waze
Uber (most recommended)
99 (kind of cheaper Uber)
Public transport: bus or metro
however, they don't work as well
Hotels
close to
MinasCentro
Belo Horizonte Plaza (US$ 89/night)
Transamerica Belo Horizonte Lourdes (US$ 145/night)
Savassi Hotel (US$ 55/night)
BH Best
Restaurants
Gluoton (meat)
Ninita (italian)
Nicolau Bar (finger foods)
Coconut Bambu (seafood)
Dona Lucinha (from Minas Gerais)
Bone (meat)
Olga Nur (contemporary)
Casa Cheia (from Minas Gerais)
Bars/Pubs
Redentor Bar
Tudo no Espeto
Mercador Drink Bar
La Vinicola
Nosso Butiquim
Cafes
Uluru cafe
Noeté Café
Frau Bondan CCBB BH
Café com Letras
Mocca Café
Where to go
during Carnival