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Historic Town of Ouro Preto

Historic Town of Ouro Preto1980

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage

Located 513 km north of Rio de Janeiro, Ouro Preto was the main focal point of the period known as the “golden age of Brazil”. Originally known as Vila Rica, the city played a leading role in Brazil’s eighteenth century history.

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  • Title: Historic Town of Ouro Preto
  • Creator: Historic Town of Ouro Preto
  • Date Created: 1980
  • Location Created: Brazil
  • Rights: Embratur
  • Location: Brazil
  • Inscription Criteria: Criteria: (i)(iii)
  • Date of Inscription: 1980
  • Category of Site: Cultural site
UNESCO World Heritage

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