One of the greatest assets in Brazil
Congonhas is a tiny village that is in the state of Minas Gerais, 90 kilometers south of Belo Horizonte, capital of Minas Gerais. The highlight is the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus de Matosinhos, which is formed by the basilica, the prophets, the chapels of the steps, the chapel of the Blessed, the living miracles and headquarters of the sanctuary, this resort stand that adorn the sculptures, which were commissioned in the 18th century by Feliciano Mendez and were the setting of Aleijadinho Baroque. The Jubilee of Bom Jesus is celebrated every year from 7 to 14 September, where miners exposed the strong faith that they had for the Lord of Matosinhos, which is not only religious, but also to save one of the greatest assets in Brazil, which is made up of the 12 prophets in stone on the square of the basilica and 66 figures of cedar in the steps of passion.
