Brazil to Bhubaneswar

Located in the south-eastern part of Brazil, Belo Horizonte is the capital of the state of Minas Gerais, noted for its green spaces and interesting architecture. Located on hilly terrain and surrounded by mountains, this city is blessed with immense natural beauty that attracts travellers worldwide. On a trip to Belo Horizonte, tourists must visit the Natural History Museum and the UFMG Botanic Gardens, a unique ecological preserve. They can behold the sight of Palacio das Artes, an architecturally unique cultural complex as well as explore the treasures of the Pampulha Art Museum in the city. Sports-lovers can enjoy a soccer match at the Mineirao Stadium, one of the largest soccer stadiums in the world. It would be interesting to visit the Sao Francisco de Assis Church, known for its modernist architecture. On a Belo Horizonte tour, the Lourdes Basilica is a must-visit for its Gothic Revival style. The Savassi District presents a fine selection of restaurants, cafes and nightclubs, and can be termed as a cultural hub of the city. Enjoying a rare architectural appeal, this city has become a popular tourist destination in the country. To discover this place in style, it would be wise to choose Belo Horizonte tour packages from MakeMyTrip.

Serving as the capital of the Indian state of Odisha, Bhubaneswar is a heritage destination that is renowned for its ancient temples and classical architecture. The Old Town of this city presents a collection of nearly 400 Hindu temples, making it a must-visit part of the city on any trip to Bhubaneswar. Built in the 11th Century, Lingaraj Temple is one of the major attractions of this city. The presence of Bindu Sarovara- a huge water body greatly enhances the beauty of the city. Another important place of tourist interest is Dhauli Giri- a picturesque hill, located around eight km away from the city. This site is popular as the place where Emperor Ashoka renounced violence after waging the Kalinga War and embraced Buddhism. Nandankanan Zoo presents a rare biodiversity for the visitors to explore. The Museum of Tribal Art & Artefacts is an interesting place to visit on a Bhubaneswar tour. Other popular places that can keep tourists engaged in sightseeing for days are Khandagiri and Udayagiri, Mukteshwara Temple, Rajarani Temple, Odisha State Museum and Deras Dam. To make the best use of time and resources during a stay here, it would be wise for travellers to pick a suitable travel package from MakeMyTrip.