Monument · Ouro Fino, MG
Monumento Menino da Porteira
Sculpture of a boy next to a farm gate at the entrance to Ouro Fino. The monument has become a symbol of the city and of its connection to sertanejo culture and the song that mentions it.
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About Monumento Menino da Porteira
The Monumento Menino da Porteira is at the entrance to Ouro Fino and depicts a child from the rural environment beside a farm gate. The name and composition refer to the sertanejo song that made the city known to listeners from different regions. The sculpture translates this musical tie into an urban landmark. The visit is short and aimed at observation and photography: be sure to look at the boy’s gesture, his hat, his bare feet, and the gate’s scale within the composition. It’s a stop that makes more sense for those interested in the musical memory and regional identity of southern Minas. Plan a suitable place to park and walk to the monument using the pedestrian access. Preserve the sculpture and avoid climbing on it to take photos.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
15 to 30 minutes.
Best time
During the day, with enough light to observe the sculpture. Check access conditions before you go.
How to get there
The monument is located at the entrance roundabout of Ouro Fino, alongside the MG-290. Park in a permitted spot and use the pedestrian access.
Tip
Notice the boy’s gesture and the gate—elements that link the sculpture to the city’s sertanejo memory.
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Frequently asked questions about Monumento Menino da Porteira
What does the monument represent?
A boy from a rural background next to a farm gate, associated with the sertanejo song linked to the city's name.
How much time do I need?
A stop of fifteen to thirty minutes allows you to view the ensemble and take photos.
Where is the sculpture?
At the entrance roundabout of Ouro Fino, next to the MG-290.