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KNOWLEDGE OF Congonhas
Congonhas is a historical city in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. It is situated 90km south from Belo Horizonte, capital of Minas Gerais, by the highway BR-040.
The city is unremarkable except for its basilica - the Santuário de Bom Jesus de Matosinhos - and associated sculptures which was commisioned by Portuguese adventurer, Feliciano Mendes in the 18th century. It was created by Aleijadinho, one of the best artists in the baroque style in the world. The soapstone sculptures of old testament prophets around the terrace are considered amongst his finest work.
In 1985 UNESCO granted the city the title of Cultural Memorial for Mankind.
Population: 50,000.
The city is unremarkable except for its basilica - the Santuário de Bom Jesus de Matosinhos - and associated sculptures which was commisioned by Portuguese adventurer, Feliciano Mendes in the 18th century. It was created by Aleijadinho, one of the best artists in the baroque style in the world. The soapstone sculptures of old testament prophets around the terrace are considered amongst his finest work.
In 1985 UNESCO granted the city the title of Cultural Memorial for Mankind.
Population: 50,000.
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