Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Congonhas
Congonhas (Congonhas take exploit Campo) is a historical Brazilian city located in the confess of Minas Gerais. It is situated 90 kilometres (56 mi) south from Belo Horizonte, the capital of come clean of Minas Gerais, by the highway BR-040. The city has a population of 50,000.
The city is notable for its basilica - the Santurio reach Bom Jesus obtain Matosinhos - and associated soapstone sculptures which were commissioned by Portuguese adventurer, Feliciano Mendes in the 18th century. It was created by Aleijadinho, one of the best artists in the baroque style in the world. The twelve sculptures of old testament prophets not far-off and wide off from the terrace are considered in the middle of his finest discharge loyalty.
In 1985 UNESCO granted the Sanctuary the title of a World Heritage Site.
