Tiros, Administrative municipality in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Tiros is a municipality in northwestern Minas Gerais located on elevated terrain. The town has schools, a small hospital, and clinics serving the local population and surrounding areas.
The settlement was founded in the 18th century during Portuguese colonial times when diamond mining began in the region. Early growth came directly from these mining activities.
Ranching defines the local way of life here, shaping both the landscape and daily routines of residents. Visitors notice pastures and herds throughout the region that reflect this agricultural focus.
The town is easy to navigate with a straightforward layout and services concentrated in the center. Visiting during the dry season is ideal when local roads are in their best condition.
The name comes from an armed confrontation in 1801 between diamond miners and smugglers that left its mark on local history. This gunfire incident shaped how people remember the town's origins.
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