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Tourist Information
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At the beginning of the eighteenth century, the SERRA DA MOEDA was a hideout for the first factory of illegal currency of the country. Today, it serves as a refuge for those seeking peace and refreshment in the waterfalls. According to Rubinho, owner of a near bar, ecological guide and researcher of environmental stories of the region: the boyscouts who belong to the Flag of Fernão Dias Paes Leme and directed by Gonçalves Alves e Paiva Lopes were the first white men to come to the Serra da Moeda. Utensils found in the region show that was inhabited by indigenous groups. The first farm that appeared in the region was the Boa Memoria. Founded in 1703 by a Portuguese company that built a factory for the illegal melting of the gold (to make the real currency for the country). The chosen location was strategic to escape from "Quito do Ouro" it means the tax collected at the time. Because of the arrival of the governor Visconde de Barbacena the panic was intensified in the former Vila Rica city and its surroundings. The owner of the farm was sentenced to hanging and the members of society fled. Before fleeing, they sent the slaves to berry the gold and then the slaves where murdered so that no one discovered where the slaves had been hid the wealth. The Boa Memória Farm was donated to a Portuguese family. This family found in the farm a pot of gold, that coins and the owner invited his brothers to live in the village, thus the name of the Moeda City. Moeda means coins in english. Due to the large number of springs and hiking trails, the region is a good choice for sports off-road (hiking trail, biking, hang-gliding and others). In order to provide a more pleasant stay, the Hotel Belvedere indicates some options for tours, and transport operators.
The path focus on ecotourism, including mountains, magnificent scenery, visits to waterfalls and tasting the delights of regional cuisine. The trip is done in 4x4 vehicles, prepared for the adventure of exploring trails, crossings of rivers and roads that are difficult to access
Inhotim, 35 km for a journey across the beautiful landscapes through districts of Marques and Aranha is the Inhotim Museum of Contemporary Art. Great option for a more than one day stay. Time to arrive: 50 minutes driving..
At the top of the Serra da Moeda, 150ft from the Estalagem do Mirante Inn, is located in one of the best take-off ramps for flying in Brazil, where you will have the opportunity to a great and unique experience with experienced professional pilots associated with the Clube de Vôo Livre de Belo Horizonte (CVLBH) More information: contato@serradamoeda.com.br
Ten minutes from Estalagem do Mirante Inn, in the Vale do Paraopeba with a stunning view, happens in most cases the balloon's takeoff. The CHB conducts flights in a super balloon 8 to 10 passengers, equipped with the most modern resources of pilotage and safety. More information: Lincoln (31) 9973-9807
In partnership with the Bella Vista Stables located 7 km from the Estalagem do Mirante Inn, the host has the pleasure of a good ride, day or night, with good horses and pathways privileged by nature. More information: |
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Facilities
Off Road 4x4 
Museum Inhotim
Paragliding and hang gliding tandem flights.
Balloon flights
Moonlight horseback rides