Before you go
Your trip to Baependi.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Baependi – MG Destination Serra da Mantiqueira
How to get there
Baependi is reached via the BR-267 corridor and by roads connecting to its municipal seat. The Santuário de Nhá Chica and the Casa da Cultura Filomena Lara Leite guide the religious and urban historical tour.
When to go
Pilgrimages and celebrations for Nhá Chica are scheduled and announced by the Santuário de Nhá Chica. The Casa da Cultura follows its own visiting hours; check how to combine visits before you set the date.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What does the Casa da Cultura Filomena Lara Leite hold?
The space preserves old objects, photographs, and references to the history and personalities of Baependi.
Are the sanctuary and Nhá Chica's memorial visited separately?
The spaces related to Nhá Chica are part of the religious complex. Plan your visit according to the areas available and any celebrations.
Is it necessary to schedule participation in a pilgrimage?
Check the Santuário de Nhá Chica's calendar to see which celebrations coincide with your trip and how to take part.