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Pouso Alto

Pouso Alto is a charming and tranquil municipality in Minas Gerais. Discover historical attractions, local culture, and plan your trip to this jewel of Southern Minas Gerais.

Pouso Alto · Brasil

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município brasileiro do estado de Minas Gerais
município brasileiro do estado de Minas Gerais
Pouso Alto
Pouso Alto
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About

Pouso Alto is a Brazilian municipality richly situated in the state of Minas Gerais. This location not only represents an important point on the map of Minas Gerais but also an emerging destination that combines the tranquility of the interior with the natural and cultural potential that only Minas can offer to its visitors. Its existence is closely linked to the unique characteristics of the surrounding region, making it a key reference point in the state's south.

Since its constitution as a municipality, Pouso Alto has been a hub of life where the community has developed a strong local identity. The most recent demographic data, collected by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) in 2022, point to a population of 6,755 inhabitants. This number reflects the size of the established community and the social dynamics of the municipality.

With a territorial area of 263.034 square kilometers, Pouso Alto occupies a considerable geographic space in Minas Gerais. This dimension not only guarantees vast areas for economic and environmental activities but also suggests a landscape diversity that can be explored by those seeking contact with preserved nature.

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Pouso Cafe e Cultura

Pirenópolis

Pouso Cafe e Cultura

R$839 / night

VOA Pouso Aconchego de Minas

Tiradentes

VOA Pouso Aconchego de Minas

R$324 / night

Pousada Pouso do So Vigário

Pirenópolis

Pousada Pouso do So Vigário

R$558 / night

Pouso Dos Anjos

Lisboa

Pouso Dos Anjos

R$725 / night

Hotel Pouso Alegre

Vitória

Hotel Pouso Alegre

R$496 / night

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Visiting Pouso Alto exceeded all expectations. The energy of the place is contagious!

Rafael Santoro

Rafael Santoro

Photographer

We traveled as a family and Pouso Alto delighted kids and adults alike. Great hotel and attraction picks.

Valéria Nogueira

Valéria Nogueira

Family with teens

I arrived without a fixed itinerary and Pouso Alto surprised me at every corner. So welcoming.

Zélia Carmo

Zélia Carmo

Traveler from Goiânia

Stayed near downtown and walked everywhere. Pouso Alto is even better on foot.

Bruno Carvalho

Bruno Carvalho

Couple from Curitiba