Town Hall and Prison
Town Hall and Prison, Colonial town hall and prison in Mariana, Brazil
The symmetrical stone building features three separate confinement areas for different social classes and administrative chambers on the upper level.
The construction of this governmental edifice occurred between 1768 and 1798, serving both administrative and judicial functions in colonial Minas Gerais.
The building incorporates Portuguese architectural elements, including carved blue stonework and a royal coat of arms in the main portico.
The structure currently functions as the Mariana City Council headquarters and remains open for guided tours during regular business hours.
The building contained specialized facilities including a gold smelter, hospital, butcher shop, and chapel alongside its governmental operations.
Location: Mariana, Minas Gerais
GPS coordinates: -20.37807,-43.41829
Latest update: March 22, 2025 06:45
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