São Sebastião do Paraíso
A wide variety of caves that definitely deserve a visit
2,3º
(35) 3539-7000
This hospitable city in the south of Minas has almost 200 years of history. Step back in time and visit the Matriz de São Sebastião Church, the Bom Jesus Church, the Cooperative de Café (Coffee Cooperative) and the Casa da Cultura (Culture House). Visitors can bathe in the thermal waters of Termópolis and the Thermas Água Azul. Visitors to São Sebastião do Paraíso can enjoy the waterfalls of Itambé and Marque, the park of Lagoinha, and the Serrinha Ecological Park. The hills of Morro da Mesa and Morro do Baú provide a wonderful opportunity to admire the sunset and view of the city below. Local folklore, very important for the city’s people, is brought to life in December through the Congada and Moçambique festivals.
Travel Tips: São Sebastião do Paraíso offers a wide variety of caves that definitely deserve a visit, especially from those who are interested in speleology. Particularly of interest are the caves of Figueira, Bosque, Toca do Alexandre and Nova Olinda. It is worth noting that all caves here are private property and it is necessary to ask for permission before paying them a visit.
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