Ministério do Turismo

Tiradentes

It is located on the hillside of the São José Mountain Range and it is known for its historical and cultural value. The city received the name of Tiradentes, the main character in the Inconfidência Mineira, a political movement that fought for Brazilian independence from Portuguese rule. Its architecture preserves the Baroque beauty, sculpted on big houses, façades, churches and homes with their colonial shingles and adobe walls.

In the churches, the baroque art can be seen on altars and images sculpted by artisans. On its stone streets, where slaves, farmers and explorers have strolled, until today there are processions and religious celebrations such as Holy Week and the Holy Trinity Jubilee (Jubileu da Santíssima Trindade).

Besides all this baroque richness spread throughout the city, Tiradentes also offers its visitors the natural beauties of the São José Mountain Range, with its waterfalls and beautiful view of the city.

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Basic information
Climate
It is considered to be a tropical altitude climate, where the days are comfortable and the nights are cool. The average temperature is around 17°C (63ºF).
Events
Carnaval
Tiradentes Carnaval is considered one of the best in the State and attracts several merrymakers willing to enjoy the party on the streets, in the middle of the crowd. Small bands play old Carnaval songs and street dancers entertain the tourists.

Holy Trinity Jubilee (June)
This is a Catholic celebration, with novenas, masses and processions that attract believers from all over the country.

Harley Davidson Meeting (June)
This meeting attracts owners of Harley Davidsons, the famous motorcycle manufacturer, from all over the country. It is part of the official motorcycle meeting calendar.

International Culture and Gastronomy Festival (August)
For 10 days, chefs from Brazil and all over the world present what is best in their countries’ cuisine. The visitor can sample food and drinks, and also take a cooking course.
City facts
Tiradentes
State: Minas Gerais
Region: Southeast
Population: 5,759 inhabitants
Area Code: (32)

Distances
Belo Horizonte: 215 km (134 miles)
São João Del Rei: 14 km (9 miles)
Barbacena: 57 km (35 miles)
Lavras: 106 km (66 miles)
Juiz de Fora: 157 km (98 miles)
Rio de Janeiro: 325 km (202 miles)
São Paulo: 483 km (300 miles)
Accommodation / Restaurants
Tiradentes has excellent accommodation options, with sophisticated old architecture guest houses, reflecting the city’s elegant and cordial spirit. There are many options, offering standard service quality and comfort. Culinary is another of the city’s strong points. Tiradentes is known for the quality and variety of its cuisine, serving typical dishes from the area as well as an array of international dishes. The restaurants are cosy and food is well served. Check out some of the options for guest houses, hotels and restaurants on the sites below:


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How to get there
By Air: the closest airport is Confins, located in Belo Horizonte. Leaving Belo Horizonte, take BR-040 to Barbacena. Enter the city and take the São João Del Rey exit over BR-265.


By Road:
Main access roads
- starting from Brasilia BR-040 / BR-365
- starting from Rio de Janeiro: BR-040 / BR-265
- starting from São Paulo: BR-381 / BR-265
Services
City Tourism Department
Phone: +55 (32) 3355-1212

Tiradentes City Hall
Phone: +55 (32) 3355-1412

Health Center
Phone: +55 (32) 3355-1422

Bus Station
Phone: +55 (32) 3355-1100

Bank Agencies
The city has Bradesco and Itaú agencies. Most of the establishments accept credit cards.
Related links
Tiradentes City Hall
http://www.tiradentes.mg.gov.br/

Tiradentes Guide
http://www.guiatiradentes.com.br/

Tiradentes Portal
http://www.portaltiradentes.com.br/
Attractions
Saint Anthony Church
The church originated from a wooden chapel in 1702, the time of the first explorers. Its definitive construction started in 1710. The church was open 20 years later. The present façade is believed to be Aleijadinho’s last work (1810). It is considered one of Brazil’s most beautiful baroque temples, with seven perfectly engraved altars in the best D.João V style. It is worth noting the rococo organ, from 1788. It was bought in the city of Porto (Portugal) and has 630 pipes.

Church of Our Lady of Rosary of the Black People
The construction is in granite and it has a renaissance style. It is believed to be the most solid structure in the city. It replaced the old chapel, which was from the beginning of the 18th century.


Our Lady of Mercy Church
The chapel was constructed in rococo style at the end of the 18th century. It belonged to the Black Creole Fraternity, those who were born in Brazil. It is located on the beautiful Mercy Public Square, gateway to the city’s oldest nucleus.


Chamber House
This is a beautiful model of 18th Century architecture. It has an ample balcony that was added on afterwards, with wooden and stone arcades and columns in Spanish style.

City Hall Building
This impressive construction is three stories high and it dates from the end of the 18th century. It is located on Emancipation Square. This is where the City’s Tourism Department and Post Office are located.

Padre Toledo
This is the Parochial House where the leader of the Death River region Inconfidentes (Minas Conspiracy) lived, Father Carlos Correia Toledo e Melo. The house has 16 rooms, and 10 of them have their ceilings painted to emphasise the “Five Senses”. Today, the museum houses Mestre Ataíde’s furniture pieces and paintings.

A Trip on the “Smoking Mary”
The trip takes us back to the past. The route is what is left of the West Minas Railroad, inaugurated by D. Pedro II in 1881. The American steam locomotive dates from the beginning of the 20th century and it is in excellent working condition. The train takes you from Tiradentes to São João Del Rey on an unforgettable 13 km (9 mile) journey. It takes approximately half an hour.


Shopping

Sweets
Since 1965, Sweetmaker Chico has been making milk, coconut, ambrosia, and the famous cashew sweets. The shop is located on Rua Francisco Padre de Moraes, 74.


Crafted Knives
The Russian Zacarowiskyni family has been producing Burza knives by hand for nine generations. They use steel imported from Europe. It is located on the Rua da Chafariz, 90.


Arts and Crafts
Most of the arts and crafts sold in Tiradentes stores is produced in other neighbouring cities, such as São João Del Rey (tin), Resende Costa (manual weavers) and Prados (wooden sculptures). In the city centre streets, there are many painting, sculpting and engraving ateliês. In the Bichinho district, 7 km (4.5 miles – 4 miles on dirt road) from the city one can find the Agosto Shop, where the artist Toti and a group of artisans produce paintings, furniture, and sculptures with material collected from demolitions (You can find them for sale in Tiradentes at Inês Rabelo Arte). Another attraction in Bichinho is the artisan Mauro Gonçalves who makes furniture out of branches, vines and leather strips.

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