Overview
Ouro Branco is a historic mining town in the Serra do Espinhaço mountains of Central Minas Gerais. Founded in the early 18th century during Brazil's gold rush era, the city preserves colonial architecture including baroque churches with gold-covered altars.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Nature
Before you go
Culture
The town preserves 18th-century colonial heritage with baroque churches featuring gold-covered altars, reflecting its mining town origins.
Money
Brazil uses the Real (BRL). ATMs and card payment are common in town. Prices for meals at local restaurants typically range from R$15-40.
Transport
Ouro Branco is reached by road from Belo Horizonte (about 100 km). Bus services connect to nearby cities in Minas Gerais.