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PLU → GVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (Belo Horizonte) to Coronel Altino Machado de Oliveira Airport (Governador Valadares)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the 'Iron Quadrangle' mining operations and the iconic Pico do Ibituruna monolith during the descent into Governador Valadares.
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Serra do Curral
The majestic mountain wall that forms the backdrop of Belo Horizonte's southern boundary.
Iron Quadrangle Mines
Massive terraced iron ore pits near Itabira, highlighting the scale of the state's mining industry.
Pico do Ibituruna
A world-renowned paragliding peak and massive granite rock that towers over the arrival city.
Governador Valadares
A full view of the urban grid nestled in the bend of the Doce River during final approach.
Sit on the right side for the 'money shot' of Pico do Ibituruna. In the afternoon, the sun illuminates the rock face and mining pits perfectly, making it ideal for photography.
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Vetor Norte of BH
Clear views of the northern expansion of Belo Horizonte and the Lagoa Santa karst region.
Serra do Cipó
Distant but beautiful silhouettes of the rocky fields and waterfalls within the Espinhaço mountain range.
Interior Plateaus
The transition between the high altitudes of the central plateau and the lower Doce River basin.
Rio Doce Curves
The upper reaches of the Doce River winding through the valley's hills.
The left side is preferable on morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It provides a softer landscape of rolling hills and the expansive nature of the Serra do Cipó region in the distance.
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Get eSIMs for BrazilDistance: 232 km (144 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: PLU (-19.85120010375977, -43.95059967041016)
Arrival: GVR (-18.89520072937, -41.982200622559)
Route Type: Domestic
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