the water is calm and fresh, making it an ideal place for visitors to unwind and enjoy the splendor of nature - built in 1897, igreja matriz de santo antônio was the first catholic church in miguel pereira.

however, owing to the building of a new headquarters, the church was deactivated in 1989, and was converted into a cultural center for the region, consisting of a 180-seat theatre, and a cultural foundation.

the church is home to a permanent exhibit of sacred images and early photographic material displaying the creation of the church, and offering visitors a hearty history of catholic activities in the surrounding area.