Milho Verde
A small village with a white chapel and grassy slopes against the backdrop of Itambé Peak, a favorite of hippies and backpackers.
Milho Verde also belongs to the municipality of Serro and lies on the Royal Road. The iconic white Our Lady of the Rose chapel stands alone on a grassy slope, and watching the sunset from here is something of a ritual. The village is known for its slow pace and its artistic, hippie atmosphere. Several waterfalls and natural pools surround it, and on clear days you can see Itambé, the second-highest peak in Minas Gerais. Accommodation is mainly guesthouses, and dining options are limited. It is about 45 km from Diamantina and only a few kilometres from São Gonçalo do Rio das Pedras, so it works well as a day trip or an overnight stay.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- São Gonçalo do Rio das Pedras
- Serro
- Gruta do Salitre
- Historic Centre of Diamantina
- Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos
- Casa de Chica da Silva
- Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo
- Rua da Quitanda & Vesperata