Confins, International airport municipality in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Confins is a municipality in the metropolitan region of Belo Horizonte in Minas Gerais. It developed around the Tancredo Neves International Airport, which became its defining feature.
The Tancredo Neves International Airport opened in 1984 and accelerated development of the area. The territory was officially recognized as a municipality in 1995.
The municipality reflects the regional traditions of Minas Gerais through its integration with colonial heritage and local customs of the metropolitan area.
The airport terminal offers direct flights to major Brazilian cities and serves millions of travelers each year. The best way to explore the surrounding area is by rental car or local taxi from the terminal.
Despite being a major aviation hub, the municipality has only around 7000 residents. This small population creates a calm environment away from the airport's busy operations.
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