diamantina
states: [brazil]
category: cultural
year: 1999
location: State of Minas Gerais
region: Latin America and the Caribbean
latitude/longitude: -18.2333333300, -43.6000000000
last visited: 2025
unesco id: 890
world heritage site: 890
Diamantina, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Brazil, is a colonial town famed for its diamond mining past and 18th-century architecture. Its cobblestone streets, Baroque churches, and vibrant houses showcase the wealth of the diamond era. Inscribed by UNESCO in 1999, it offers a well-preserved glimpse into Brazil’s colonial history. The town stands as a charming testament to the country’s cultural heritage.