Fun facts about Belo Horizonte
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Belo Horizonte was originally founded as a small village called Curral d'el Rey, meaning 'King's Corral'.
Belo Horizonte
Brazil
Belo Horizonte is the sixth-largest city in Brazil, with a population of around 2.4 million, and the third largest metropolitan area, containing a population of 6 million. It is the 13th-largest city in South America and the 18th-largest in the Americas.
From the “History” section
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The city's name, Belo Horizonte, translates to 'Beautiful Horizon' in English.
Belo Horizonte
Brazil
Belo Horizonte is the sixth-largest city in Brazil, with a population of around 2.4 million, and the third largest metropolitan area, containing a population of 6 million. It is the 13th-largest city in South America and the 18th-largest in the Americas.
From the “History” section
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Belo Horizonte is home to the first public butterfly sanctuary in South America.
Belo Horizonte
Brazil
Belo Horizonte is the sixth-largest city in Brazil, with a population of around 2.4 million, and the third largest metropolitan area, containing a population of 6 million. It is the 13th-largest city in South America and the 18th-largest in the Americas.
From the “Geography” section
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The city has a notable Italian influence, with around 30% of the population having some Italian origin.
Belo Horizonte
Brazil
Belo Horizonte is the sixth-largest city in Brazil, with a population of around 2.4 million, and the third largest metropolitan area, containing a population of 6 million. It is the 13th-largest city in South America and the 18th-largest in the Americas.
From the “Demographics” section
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Belo Horizonte is known as the Brazilian Capital of Metal music, with famous bands like Sepultura originating there.
Belo Horizonte
Brazil
Belo Horizonte is the sixth-largest city in Brazil, with a population of around 2.4 million, and the third largest metropolitan area, containing a population of 6 million. It is the 13th-largest city in South America and the 18th-largest in the Americas.
From the “Culture” section
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Photo: Marina Campos Vinhal · CC BY 2.0