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The Varginha Case: The Alien Encounter Mystery in Brazil
An encounter with beings from another world? The Varginha incident continues to intrigue and divide opinions.
The city of Varginha in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, is known for its tranquility and beautiful mountainous landscapes. However, in January 1996, this small town was catapulted into global attention due to one of the most famous and controversial alleged alien contact cases. The “Varginha Case,” as it became known, continues to fuel discussions among ufologists, scientists, and skeptics, often being compared to the famous “Roswell Case” in the United States.
This article delves into the heart of this mystery, exploring the events that took place at that time, the witnesses, the official investigations, and the numerous theories that continue to circulate.
The Beginning of the Mystery: January 20, 1996
It all began on the morning of January 20, 1996. Three young women, Liliane, Valquíria, and Kátia, claimed to have encountered a strange creature while walking through a vacant lot in Varginha. According to their descriptions, the being was about 1.6 meters tall, with deep brown skin, large red eyes, and a disproportionately large head with protruding veins…
