Uberlândia, Commercial and educational center in western Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Uberlândia stretches across the Brazilian Highlands at 2830 feet (863 meters) between the Paranaíba and Grande rivers and counts more than 699,000 residents. It sits in western Minas Gerais and connects commercial activity with educational institutions.
The town received official city status in 1892 after being founded as a strategic post between São Paulo state and the developing central regions. Its location encouraged growth as a trade and distribution center over the decades.
The town museum presents the regional past in a former city hall and offers educational programs about Minas Gerais traditions. The building sits downtown and organizes regular exhibits on local themes.
Five federal highways pass through and link it with São Paulo and Brasília, while an airport adds to the transport network. The place serves as a hub for freight and regional connections.
Sabiá Park holds several lakes and an aquarium together with a zoo and running tracks that are open to visitors. The park ranks among the most visited recreation areas in town and is often used for walks.
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