This was taken on a special Sunday afternoon after an 18km bike ride around the Pampulha lagoon (also called Lagoa da Pampulha) which I consider one of the best experiences that you can have in Belo Horizonte. It’s all flat, anyone can make it! There are several spots that deserve a stop for some pictures or to pay a visit. When you come to Belo Horizonte, you can not miss a visit this place.

As it was a very pleasant day, I was taking a small bike tour with my camera and I discovered a spot that was a very nice place from which to enjoy the sunset as the sun dips just behind the statue of Iemanjá. Iemanjá is a kind of god in Afro-Brazlian culture. She is known as the ‘Queen of the Sea’ and is popular in many religions. Many people make offerings to her, such as food, as she is the protector of those travelling on water.

I was really lucky that a bunch of capybaras – quite common in the lagoon area – were passing at just the right time. I thought I could get a nice shot! My camera is nothing special, but I love taking pictures and have been training my ‘photographer’s eye’ for the last couple of years. I hope to get a nice camera soon though.

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