Belo+horizonte

BH is the gateway to historic Ouro Preto too, but honestly? You might not want to leave.

Often abbreviated by locals as "BH" (pronounced Bay-Ah-Gah ), Belo Horizonte acts as the vibrant modern gateway to Brazil’s colonial history. As the capital of the state of Minas Gerais, it is a city defined by its contradictions: it is simultaneously a bustling metropolis and a place renowned for its slow, savory approach to life. belo+horizonte