Domingos Martins, Mountain municipality in Espirito Santo, Brazil
Domingos Martins is a mountain municipality in Espírito Santo where the terrain rises between 800 and 2000 meters above sea level. Five districts spread across this highland landscape connected by roads, with Pedra Azul marking one of the highest points in the region.
German settlers founded the Santa Isabel Colony in 1846 and built a chapel on Serra da Boa Vista in 1847. About two decades later, a Lutheran church was constructed in 1866, becoming Brazil's first evangelical church with a bell tower.
German settlers shaped the region, leaving visible marks in buildings like the Lutheran church from 1866 and in how people maintain traditional crafts. The way locals produce food and live reflects the heritage brought by these early immigrants.
Visitors can reach the different districts by road, with connections heading toward the state capital Vitória. The mountain location means you should allow extra time for travel and be prepared for changing weather conditions depending on the season.
Local farms produce artisanal goods like cheese, liqueurs, and traditional sweets that visitors can purchase directly. These homemade products give a real taste of the region's food culture and handcraft traditions.
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