Praça Sete de Setembro, Square in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Praça Sete de Setembro, often called Praça Sete, is a public square in the center of Belo Horizonte, Brazil, at the crossing of Afonso Pena and Amazonas avenues. It features a tall granite obelisk on a stepped stone base, surrounded by paved ground and tall buildings on both sides.

The square was part of Belo Horizonte's original plan from the late 19th century and received its current name in 1922 during the centenary of Brazilian independence. The obelisk was inaugurated in 1924, removed in the 1960s, and returned in 1980 after restoration.

The square is a meeting point for locals and a stage for cultural events and demonstrations. Its central location makes it a natural gathering spot, and the obelisk at its heart is a familiar reference for people passing through the area.

The square is easy to reach on foot from nearby streets and is a useful orientation point in the city center. It is busiest during weekday working hours, so mornings or weekends offer a more relaxed visit.

The obelisk is popularly known as "Pirulito" (lollipop) because of its shape. It was donated by residents of the nearby town of Betim, and its base once had iron posts that disappeared and were replaced in 2003.