Minas Gerais: Quick Facts

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Map of South America highlighting the state of Minas Gerais in southeastern Brazil in white, with major cities such as Belo Horizonte and Divinopolis labeled. An inset at the bottom left shows Brazil with Minas Gerais shaded in purple for context. Surrounding countries and major South American capitals are also marked.

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