Echoes of Gold and Melody in the Mountains

Tucked away in the mountains of Minas Gerais, Diamantina is a city where cobblestone streets sing with history and colonial beauty blends effortlessly with artistic soul. Once a center of Brazil’s diamond trade, today it stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site—a place where time seems to pause and every corner tells a story.

Why Visit?

Diamantina was a jewel of the 18th-century diamond boom, and its elegant mansions, ornate churches, and preserved architecture reflect the wealth and significance of that era. The Igreja de São Francisco de Assis and the Casa de Chica da Silva are living monuments to the city’s layered past—marked by grandeur, struggle, and cultural fusion.

But Diamantina is more than just a colonial postcard. It pulses with music and tradition, especially during Vesperata, a magical open-air concert where musicians perform from balconies above the streets, filling the night with harmony. The city is also a cradle of Brazilian independence movements and home to Juscelino Kubitschek, the visionary president who built Brasília.

Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Espinhaço Mountains, Diamantina is also a gateway to scenic trails, waterfalls, and rustic stone paths that lead you deep into the natural heart of Minas.

The Vibe

Diamantina is nostalgic, artistic, and deeply soulful. It invites you to wander slowly, to listen closely—to the music, the stories, and the silence of the hills. Whether you're walking under lantern-lit streets, tasting traditional Mineiro sweets, or watching the sunset behind the colonial rooftops, Diamantina offers a journey that feels both intimate and timeless.