Tourist Guide to Salvador, Bahia, Northeast Brazil and Brazil

Publications from the Tourist Guide to Salvador, Bahia, the Northeast and Brazil

Tourist attractions in the Northeast
The immense coastline of the Northeast region of Brazil is the main factor contributing to local tourism. The beaches in the northeast are beautiful,
Northeastern Cuisine
Northeastern cuisine has been directly influenced by the socio-economic factors of the region. The dishes have characteristics of Portuguese cuisine,
Extreme Sport in the Northeast
The Northeast has the best places and landscapes for practicing extreme and adventure sports such as parachuting, diving, rafting, scuba diving,
Rhythms of Northeastern Music
Northeastern music includes rhythms such as coco, xaxado, martelo agalopado, samba de roda, baião, xote, forró, Axé and frevo, among other
Northeastern Culture
Northeastern culture is very diverse, as it has been influenced by indigenous peoples, Africans and Europeans. Customs and traditions often vary from
Tourist attractions in Bahia
Tourism in Bahia stands out because the state is one of the country’s main tourist hubs. Its vast coastal beaches, historic colonial sites,
History of Baroque Architecture in Northeast Brazil and Minas Gerais
Baroque architecture is an important part of Western history and has unique characteristics that marked the urbanisation of Europe and are also
Naturist Beaches in the Northeast and Brazil
Discover the nudist beaches in the Northeast and Brazil. Find out which are the eight beaches where naturism and nudism are allowed. Three nudist or

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The History of the Jews in Colonial Brazil
Jews in colonial Brazil faced a complex and often difficult situation. During the colonial period, Brazil was a Portuguese colony and the Inquisition
Journey into the Sacred Art of Catedral Basílica de Salvador
The Catedral Basílica de Salvador is one of the most important sacred buildings from Colonial Brazil. A testament to the history and Catholicism in
Discover the Magnificence of Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort
The Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort, located in the city of Salvador, Bahia, is one of the most iconic and well-preserved examples of colonial
Explore the Archaeological Marvels of São Raimundo Nonato
São Raimundo Nonato, located in the state of Piauí, is a city that attracts tourists interested in history, culture, archaeology and nature. São
Bonito is Brazil’s Ecotourism Mecca
Discover the 17 Must-Visit Tourist Attractions in Bonito MS. Until the mid-1980s, the town of Bonito was a quiet farming town, a route for large
Miranda in Mato Grosso do Sul – Tourist attractions
The town of Miranda in Mato Grosso do Sul is a base for travellers crossing the southern Pantanal and there are a number of farms in the region where
11 historic heritage towns in Bahia
Of the historic heritage towns in the north-east, 11 are in Bahia and depict the process of occupation of Bahian territory up until the end of the
Chronology of the Portuguese Discoveries
The Portuguese discoveries took place as a result of the Portuguese maritime expansion that marked the history of Portugal and the history of the
Chronology of slavery in colonial and imperial Brazil
Sunday 13 May 1888 dawned sunny in Rio de Janeiro, the capital of the Brazilian Empire. It was a day of celebration. Slavery came to an end through a
Map of Africa from 1570
Historical Map of Africa from 1570 Ortelius’ Cornerstone Map of Africa “Africae Tabula Nova”, Ortelius, Abraham Period: 1570
Monte Santo in Bahia – Tourist Sites and History
The architectural complex of the town of Monte Santo in Bahia has great scenic and symbolic beauty, combining natural and cultural heritage, and is
Architectural style of the Chapada Diamantina
The Chapada Diamantina is famous for the diversity of its buildings, with many architectural complexes. The architectural styles of the Chapada
History of the settlement of Chapada Diamantina BA
The Chapada Diamantina is located in the centre of the state of Bahia and covers an area of 50,610 km2, stretching north-south in a “Y”
The city of Aquidauana MS is the Gateway to the Pantanal
The city of Aquidauana MS is the Gateway to the Pantanal, one of the most beautiful ecosystems in the world and with many tourist attractions. The
Tourism and Nature in Coxim MS
Coxim belongs to the central-western region of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. Originally, the Caypós Indians lived in Coxim and the city was known
Alcatrazes Archipelago: A Hidden Gem for Evolutionary Studies
The Alcatrazes Archipelago was a former target for cannon fire, Alcatrazes is a living laboratory for evolutionary studies. The Alcatrazes

Tourist Guide to Salvador

Journey into the Sacred Art of Catedral Basílica de Salvador
The Catedral Basílica de Salvador is one of the most important sacred buildings from Colonial Brazil. A testament to the history and Catholicism in
Discover the Magnificence of Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort
The Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort, located in the city of Salvador, Bahia, is one of the most iconic and well-preserved examples of colonial
History and Architecture of Solar do Unhão in Salvador
Solar do Unhão is an 18th-century historic site on the shores of the Bay of All Saints in Salvador, comprising the manor house, the Chapel of Our
Tourist attractions of the Gamboa neighbourhood in Salvador BA
The Gamboa neighbourhood is characterised by the coastal community, secularly inhabited by fishermen, located at the south-western entrance of the
History and Sights of Avenida Contorno in Salvador BA
Avenida Contorno in Salvador was inaugurated in 1962, designed by the architect Diógenes Rebouças and connected Campo Grande to Cidade Baixa.
Palaces in Salvador to visit and learn about the history of Brazil
The Palaces in Salvador da Bahia have already received royalty, carry great stories and currently have different functions. Some palaces are used for
History of the Basilica de Nossa Senhora da Conceição da Praia
The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Conception of the Beach or Church of Our Lady of the Conception of the Beach is located in the Lower City of
History of the Convent and Church of Santa Teresa or Museum of Sacred Art UFBa in Salvador BA
The Convent and Church of Santa Teresa, in Salvador-BA, was listed for its cultural importance. In 1665, a convent of Discalced Carmelites was

Tourist Guide to Bahia

Journey into the Sacred Art of Catedral Basílica de Salvador
The Catedral Basílica de Salvador is one of the most important sacred buildings from Colonial Brazil. A testament to the history and Catholicism in
Discover the Magnificence of Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort
The Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort, located in the city of Salvador, Bahia, is one of the most iconic and well-preserved examples of colonial
11 historic heritage towns in Bahia
Of the historic heritage towns in the north-east, 11 are in Bahia and depict the process of occupation of Bahian territory up until the end of the
Monte Santo in Bahia – Tourist Sites and History
The architectural complex of the town of Monte Santo in Bahia has great scenic and symbolic beauty, combining natural and cultural heritage, and is
Architectural style of the Chapada Diamantina
The Chapada Diamantina is famous for the diversity of its buildings, with many architectural complexes. The architectural styles of the Chapada
History of the settlement of Chapada Diamantina BA
The Chapada Diamantina is located in the centre of the state of Bahia and covers an area of 50,610 km2, stretching north-south in a “Y”
Interesting places to visit on the south coast of Bahia
The southern coast of Bahia also offers some high-end experiences, but is mainly made up of more rustic destinations, with villages that are a hit
Art History – Characteristics, Aspects and Periods
Art history, also known as art historiography, is the historical study of the visual arts, which deals with the identification, classification,