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 with tourists. The famous Costa do Descobrimento is located in this very part of Bahia, along with its successful destinations such as Arraial D’Ajuda, Caraíva, […]
The Pataxós Indians have been concentrated in villages for at least 150 years, this indigenous group occupies the coast of Bahia on the coast of discovery, ranging from Belmonte and Santa Cruz de Cabrália, to the north, passing through Porto Seguro and Monte Pascoal, to Prado, to the south. In […]
The history of the Discovery Coast can begin to be told from April 22, 1500, when Pedro Álvares Cabral’s squadron sighted a rounded elevation – the Monte Pascoal, which lies south of Bahia. In search of a safe place to dock, the thirteen vessels sailed along the coast heading north […]
Bahia is the main tourist destination in the Northeast, a cultural melting pot and a great exporter of fads, Bahia boils in the summer. Bahia has been celebrated in every way by many artists. Its landscapes and mysteries are in the books of Jorge Amado, in the paintings of Carybé, in the […]
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 a municipality divided into 5 districts: Porto Seguro (seat), Arraial d’Ajuda, Caraiva, Trancoso and Vale Verde. View the Costa do Descobrimento map and View the Porto Seguro beaches map Videos about Porto […]
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. […]
Arraial d’Ajuda is a charming village located in the municipality of Porto Seguro, Bahia, known for its beautiful beaches, welcoming atmosphere, and rich culture. Details about Arraial d’Ajuda Location: Arraial d’Ajuda is situated in the municipality of Porto Seguro, on the Discovery Coast in the state of Bahia, northeastern Brazil. […]
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. […]
Monte Pascoal National Park is located in the southernmost part of Bahia, between the cities of Porto Seguro and Prado, and covers 22383 ha. Its natural area presents a great diversity of landscapes and unique scenic beauties, such as the beach of Aldeia de Barra Velha with crystalline waters and […]
The Discovery Route comprises the municipalities of Belmonte, Porto Seguro and Santa Cruz de Cabrália. is the second largest tourist destination in Bahia. In addition, the Discovery Route has the Porto Seguro International Airport, as well as paved roads between the main locations in the region, which allow the regular offer […]
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