Brief synthesisThe Historic Centre of the Town of Goiás is built between two series of hills, along a small river, the Rio Vermelho. Criterion (ii): In its layout and architecture the Historic Center of the Town of Goiás is an outstanding example of a European town admirably adapted to the climatic, geographical and cultural constraints of central South America. The Historic Center of the Town of Goiás is characterized by the harmony of its architecture, due to the proportions and types of buildings. IntegrityThe Historic Center of the Town of Goiás went through a long period of stagnation from the 19th century until recent times. For that reason, the Historic Center of the Town of Goiás is considered to have well preserved its historical authenticity.