The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus da Lapa, a place of religious pilgrimage, is located within a complex of caves at the top of an elevation of approximately 100m, which stands out on the plain. The Bom Jesus da Lapa Sanctuary is in the municipality of Bom Jesus da Lapa in […]
The biggest event in the city of Barreiras, is the micareta Barreiras Folia, an off-season Carnival that attracts mainly tourists. The same applies to Carnival and June festivals, when Bahia forgets the axé and boils to the rhythm of forró. To the west of the São Francisco River, on the […]
In the São Francisco Valley it is possible to walk through the vineyards, participate in the grape harvest, learn about the preparation of wine and visit the place where the wine rests in large wooden barrels. This route, which a few years ago was only possible in a few countries […]
Vapor do Vinho, a wine tourism product, was developed by the government of Bahia, through Bahiatursa, in partnership with Vinícola Ouro Verde (Miolo/Lovara). “It is another step we take towards developing this region, which is the São Francisco. I hope that this here is a seed where we reap more […]
The São Francisco River Valley, icon of the northeastern hinterland, discovered in 1501 by Americo Vespuccio and André Gonçalves on October 4 – the day of St. Francis of Assisi – rises in Minas Gerais and crosses Bahia from south to north, going as far as Pernambuco and flowing into […]
Trancoso is a little piece of paradise discovered by hippies in the 1970s that still preserves its idyllic essence. This small village – founded by the Jesuits in the 17th century – sits on a plateau in front of a beautiful sea. The life of the place develops around the […]
Porto Seguro is one of Brazil’s main tourist destinations and is in a permanent party mood. Porto Seguro is divided into 5 districts: Porto Seguro (headquarters), Arraial d’Ajuda, Caraiva, Trancoso and Vale Verde. The Portuguese discovered Brazil by stopping their caravels in this region of Bahia in 1500. But Brazil […]
The nightlife in Porto Seguro is divided into two parts. The first one consists of a walk, in the early evening, on the Passarela do Álcool. The street is in the center of Porto Seguro and is full of colorful colonial buildings from the 17th century that house bars with […]
The Colonization of Brazil was a process of settlement, exploration and domination of the territory, since the Portuguese Court believed in the hypothesis of having the Brazilian territory invaded and taken if it was not occupied. Despite these intentions, the Portuguese Court also aimed to turn the new territory into […]
The history of Brazil begins in Porto Seguro, Bahia. Considered a national monument, the city is located on the Discovery Coast, where 500 years ago the Portuguese arrived, starting the colonization of the country. Today, the monuments, churches and beautiful beaches make the municipality one of the most visited destinations […]
Santa Cruz Cabrália in Bahia is quieter than its neighbour Porto Seguro and has a lot to offer tourists. On the Costa do Descobrimento, Santa Cruz Cabrália’s main tourist attractions are its beaches – especially Coroa Vermelha – as well as its historic centre. Santa Cruz Cabrália is located 23 kilometres […]
Santo André is a quiet village in the south of Bahia, with creative people, native forest and beautiful beaches as far as the eye can see, receiving the blessings of the patron saint of fishermen who gave it its name. It is a cove with a stretch facing the sea […]
Caraíva is a village that defies predatory tourism and enchants with its almost primitive beauty! A primitive village of 2000 inhabitants that is beginning to be discovered by less accommodating tourists. It is 40 km from Trancoso by sandy and deserted road. There is no electricity, telephone or post office. […]
Located in the south of Bahia, Belmonte is one of the extremities of the Discovery Coast. The municipality of Belmonte has as neighbors Canavieiras, to the north, and Santa Cruz Cabrália, to the south. One of the main attractions of the municipality of Belmonte is the village of Mogiquiçaba, which, […]
The small village of Arraial d’Ajuda, which is a district of Porto Seguro, is characterized by its paradisiacal beaches, exuberant nature and buildings with a unique style. It attracts tourists from all over the world and is considered a meeting point for writers, musicians and artists in general. Arraial d’Ajuda […]
Costa do Descobrimento has a paradisiacal setting, with 85 km of beaches with warm and calm waters, coral reefs that form delicious natural pools and the abundant green of the Atlantic forest. The region known as Costa do Descobrimento </nbsp;is greatly favored by nature, which has remained untouched and preserved. […]
The history of Brazil developed out of a long and complex period of disputes over national projects marked by strong moments of instability.
Independence of Brazil – Breaking of colonial ties in Brazil 1. Introduction As you may have realised, we have presented a reading of different
Portuguese Empire in Brazil – Portuguese Royal Family in Brazil 1 Introduction We have seen the influence of revolutionary ideas on the main
Transfer of the Portuguese court to Brazil 1. Introduction In the previous chapter, we saw the main liberation movements influenced by French and
Map of Brazil from 1730 – Historical Map “Nova et Accurata Brasiliae Totius Tabula, Auctore Ioanne Blaeu I.F.”, Blaeu/Schenk This
Founding the city of São Paulo and the Bandeirantes 1. Introduction In this chapter we will study the founding of the city of São Paulo and its
Between the colonial regime and the establishment of the Empire in Brazil Brazil’s independence did not happen overnight, based on the
The Iberian Union and the Dutch Invasion of Brazil 1. Introduction In the first part of this chapter we will study the so-called “Iberian
Map of Portugal and Spain from 1620 “Hispaniae Nova Describtio, de integro Multis Inlocis, Secundum Hydrographicas, Desc. Emendata”,
Colonial Sugar Mills in Brazil 1 Introduction In this chapter we will study the establishment in Brazil of the so-called colonial sugar mills or
Monoculture, Slave Labour and Latifundia in Colonial Brazil 1 Introduction In this chapter we will study the historical process of the introduction
Installation of the General Government in Brazil and the Foundation of Salvador 1. Introduction In this topic we will study the installation of the
The study of the periods of Colonial Brazilian History mentioned below is of paramount importance, as it was from this time that the foundations of
Installation of the Portuguese Colony in Brazil In this chapter you will be able to: understand the historical process that led to the establishment
Pre-Colonial Period in Brazil – The Forgotten Years 1. Introduction In this chapter we will study the pre-colonial period, also known as
Pedro Álvares Cabral’s Expedition and the Conquest of Brazil 1 Introduction In this chapter we will begin our study of the
Occupation of the African Coast, the Atlantic Islands and the Voyage of Vasco da Gama to India Introduction In this topic we will study the
The Causes of Portuguese Maritime Expansion 1. Introduction We are beginning our studies in the subject of Brazilian Colonial History. This whole
Map of South America from 1601 – Descripcion de las Indias “Descripcion de las Yndias de Mediodia”, Herrera y
Map of the World from 1584 – Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Ortelius’ Famous World Map – First Plate in Full Contemporary Color
