The municipality of Una, in Bahia, is a paradise of unspoilt beaches, preserved Atlantic Forest and luxury resorts, ideal for relaxing and connecting with nature. Imagine long stretches of white sand framed by dense coconut groves and a crystal-clear blue sea, with colourful cliffs that reflect vivid hues in the […]
Itacaré, in the south of Bahia on the Cocoa Coast, stands out for its small beaches and charming coves, surrounded by hills covered in coconut trees and the lush Atlantic Forest. With its rivers, waterfalls, mangroves and vast virgin forest, the area is perfect for hiking and adventure sports such […]
Itacaré’s history began as a village of Pataxós Indians, transformed into a Jesuit settlement in the 18th century. It was an important port in the cocoa cycle and in smuggling, preserving its rich historical past to this day. Itacaré, in the south of Bahia, is an ideal destination for those […]
On the Rio de Contas in Itacaré, small sandy beaches are formed, as well as riverbanks and islands that allow you to enjoy a rich mangrove forest. The Rio de Contas is a separate chapter in the life of Itacaré. It rises at an altitude of 1,500 metres in the […]
Comandatuba Island, located in the municipality of Una, in the south of Bahia, is a true natural paradise that combines stunning landscapes with varied activities for all tastes. Most of the attractions are associated with the Hotel Transamérica Ilha de Comandatuba, the main resort in the region, known for offering […]
Canavieiras has a long and beautiful coastline, full of beautiful beaches, rivers, mangroves, coconut groves and small islands full of Atlantic Forest. Getting to know the town and strolling around the Historic Site, with its beautiful 18th and 19th century mansions, handicrafts, many restaurants and, at weekends, a variety of […]
When the first Spanish colonisers arrived in America, cocoa was already cultivated by the Indians, especially the Aztecs in Mexico and the Mayans in Central America. According to historians, the cacao tree, called cacahualt, was considered sacred. In Mexico, the Aztecs believed that it had a divine origin and that […]
The sloth, an animal with a sweet expression and gentle gestures, has an exclusive research centre in Ilhéus (BA). The 43-hectare reserve currently cares for 16 of the common species and 18 of the collared species. The differences between the two lie in the colour of their fur and the […]
The purpose of the Chocolate Paths and Road on the Cocoa Coast is to revive the culture of cocoa cultivation, which has marked the region’s history for decades. The route covers the entire Cocoa Coast in Bahia, passing through four cities: Ilhéus, Itacaré, Uruçuca and Canavieiras. The Chocolate Road, which […]
Bahia is one of the most diverse states in Brazil in terms of tourism, with its 13 tourist regions offering a wide variety of experiences for visitors. Main Tourist Regions in Bahia Salvador – The state capital, famous for its colonial architecture, Afro-Brazilian culture, carnival and beaches. Baía de Todos […]
1671 Map of Mexico and Central America “Yucatan Conventus Iuridici Hispaniae Novae Pars Occidentalis, et Guatimala Conventus Iuridicus”,
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