Paracatu
Brazil · Minas GeraisBR
Municipality in Southeast, Brazil
Paracatu is a municipality in the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil. The name is from Tupi para + katu, thus meaning 'good river'.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 62,774
- Coordinates
- -17.222, -46.875
- Timezone
- America/Sao_Paulo
- Elevation
- 688 m
Overview of Paracatu
Paracatu belongs to Minas Gerais, Brazil and has the feel of a mid-sized city. About 62,774 people are based here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Paracatu is strongest on culture. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere. You are about 688 metres up.
Things to do in Paracatu
Culture in Paracatu
(1)Our data lists Mines as culture options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Paracatu.
Getting there & around
A medium-sized centre, Paracatu is best entered by regional transport and crossed on foot. Set your clock to America/Sao_Paulo on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Paracatu that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paracatu known for?
- Travellers associate Paracatu with culture. It sits in Minas Gerais, Brazil and counts about 62,774 residents.
- What can you do in Paracatu?
- Paracatu is tagged with Mines, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Paracatu located?
- Paracatu belongs to Minas Gerais, Brazil, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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