Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte is a vibrant city in Brazil, home to about 2.5 million residents, with approximately 5 million including the suburbs. It has been the capital of the state of Minas Gerais since 1897. The city is renowned for its planned layout and the works of architects Oscar Niemeyer and Lucio Costa. Highlights include the Estádio Mineirão, as well as universities and the archdiocese. It is an important transportation hub with a developed industry, particularly in modern fields like biotechnology. The climate is warm, and the best time to visit is in spring and autumn.