Barbacena, Municipality in Serra da Mantiqueira Mountains, Brazil
Barbacena occupies 788 square kilometers of terrain at an elevation of 1160 meters in southeastern Minas Gerais, surrounded by agricultural fields.
The settlement received its municipality status in 1791 and grew into a significant urban center through mining activities and agricultural development.
The Preparatory School of Air Cadets maintains educational excellence while training future Brazilian Air Force personnel within its specialized facilities.
The BR-040 highway provides direct connections to Rio de Janeiro and Brasília, with local transportation services operating throughout the urban area.
The municipality produces the largest quantity of flowers in Minas Gerais state, specializing in roses cultivation across multiple farming establishments.
Location: Minas Gerais
Inception: 1791
Elevation above the sea: 1,160 m
Shares border with: São João del Rei, Barroso, Antônio Carlos, Alfredo Vasconcelos, Carandaí, Ibertioga, Oliveira Fortes, Santa Bárbara do Tugúrio, Desterro do Melo, Ressaquinha, Prados, Dores de Campos, Santos Dumont
Website: http://barbacena.mg.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -21.22583,-43.77389
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:18
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