Conselheiro Lafaiete, Administrative center in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Conselheiro Lafaiete extends across 370 square kilometers of land at an elevation of 995 meters in southeastern Minas Gerais state.
Founded in 1790 as Queluz, the city received its current name in 1934 to honor Counselor Lafayette Rodrigues Pereira, a notable Brazilian jurist.
The city maintains strong connections to its mining heritage through local events, showcasing the traditions of mineral extraction and agricultural practices.
Located 96 kilometers from Belo Horizonte, the city connects to major transportation networks through railways and highways, facilitating regional commerce.
The municipality specializes in locomotive rebuilding and railroad car construction, while also maintaining substantial manganese and iron mining operations.
Location: Minas Gerais
Inception: September 19, 1790
Elevation above the sea: 995 m
Shares border with: Santana dos Montes, Itaverava, Queluzito, São Brás do Suaçuí, Congonhas, Cristiano Otoni, Ouro Branco
Website: http://conselheirolafaiete.mg.gov.br
GPS coordinates: -20.66000,-43.78583
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:37
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