Bocaina de Minas

Bocaina de Minas is a municipality in Minas Gerais, a southeastern state in Brazil known for its hilly terrain. This town belongs to the Oeste de Minas mesoregion and sits within a landscape of rolling hills typical of the state's interior.

The area developed through settlement patterns influenced by the regional gold rush of the 19th century. It became an official municipality on July 1, 1938, establishing itself as a formal administrative entity.

The local population maintains strong ties to agricultural traditions, celebrating seasonal festivals that reflect both Portuguese colonial and indigenous influences.

The municipality is accessible through a network of state roads connecting it to neighboring towns in the region. Visitors can easily reach and explore the area using these road connections.

The municipality recorded a population of 5,089 residents in 2020, preserving the administrative structure typical of Minas Gerais' smaller communities.

GPS coordinates: -22.16778,-44.39472

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:32