Congonhas is a historical Brazilian town located in the state of Minas Gerais. It is situated 60 kms southwest from Ouro Preto. The tour in will take you to the largest and world wide known sculpture set by Aleijadinho, the most famous brazilian sculptor from the colonial period. 64 statues made of cedar wood for the Stations of the Cross and 12 Prophets made of soap stone.

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