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
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