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Streets of Stone and Diamonds — Historical City Tour in Lençóis

A walk through the historic center of Lençóis, a city that was born from the diamond cycle and still has its colonial houses intact.

Duration
Approximately 1 hour walk · Half-day tour with hotel transfer included
Format
Format upon request
Investment
On request
Streets of Stone and Diamonds — Historical City Tour in Lençóis
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Overview

Traditional accommodation base in Chapada Diamantina, Lençóis carries in its stone streets the memory of the heyday of diamond mining in the 19th century. This walking city tour covers the city's main landmarks, telling the story of a time when Lençóis came to trade diamonds with the entire world.

The experience

The tour starts on foot through Praça Horácio de Matos, where the guide presents historical buildings such as the old French Consulate and the Magnólia Store, contextualizing the era of the colonels and the role of Lençóis in the global diamond trade. Next, the group visits the Cultural Market — an old diamond and tool trading building — crosses a historic bridge and arrives at Igreja Senhor dos Passos, dedicated to the patron saint of miners. The route follows Rua das Pedras, a sidewalk made of river stones, to Igreja do Rosário and the Afrânio Peixoto Memorial, passing through Rua da Boa Vista — with its preserved colonial houses —, the old Lençóis Hotel, historically used for diamond cutting, and the headquarters of the Associação Mineira.

Destaques

  • Guided walk through the main historical landmarks in the center of Lençóis
  • Visit to the Cultural Market, former diamond trading center
  • Passage through Rua das Pedras, with its historic paving made of river stones
  • Context about the diamond cycle and the era of colonels in Chapada Diamantina
  • Short and light itinerary, ideal for complementing the day with another activity
  • Small groups of 4 to 7 people for an experience closer to the guide

Activity recommended for people over 18 years old (minors only accompanied by a legal guardian). Book your city tour and discover the history behind the cobblestone streets of Lençóis, the historic capital of Chapada Diamantina.

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