Portugal is “number one” objective for Minas Gerais, says Brazilian government
“It is important to know that Portugal is a very clear objective of Minas Gerais. We are very similar […]. It is our number one goal, above all, because we have connectivity with Europe in Portugal. It is very much our objective to establish, increasingly, proximity of tourist businesses between Portugal and Minas Gerais”, said Leônidas de Oliveira, in statements to the Lusa agency.
Although the latest data on the entry of Portuguese in Minas Gerais is not yet available, the regulator said that, not referring to international connectivity, 60% correspond to Portuguese tourists.
Leonidas de Oliveira underlined that the main Portuguese factors contribute to the attraction of tourists the proximity to the culture of Minas Gerais, in terms of language and heritage.
“We have four cities that are historical heritage of humanity of the Portuguese colonial baroque”, remembered.
To this is added the gastronomy, especially the cheeses, as well as the natural landscape, with emphasis on the waterfalls and lakes.
In addition to tourists, the State of Minas Gerais wants to attract Portuguese investors, which is very conducive to a “very such space” for.
“We have a government decree of economic freedom. We have a whole procedure for those who want to invest in Minas Gerais”, assured the Secretary of State for Culture and Tourism.
For this, this State is carrying out several initiatives in Portugal, such as a `roadshow` (presentations), which takes place today in Lisbon.
This initiative, included in the promotional campaign in Brazil, in partnership with the BRAZIL initiative and travel promoter, aims to present Minas Gerais destination entities and their travel goals known as public agents and organizers in Portugal. travel agencies, tour operators and the press.