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 19th century. The listed towns of Cachoeira, Itaparica, Porto Seguro and Santa Cruz de Cabrália represent this period, when sugar cane, and later […]
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Architectural style of the Chapada Diamantina
The architectural style of the Chapada Diamantina reflects the rich history of the region, marked by the diamond mining cycle in the 18th and 19th centuries and the presence of European cultural influences, mainly Portuguese. In the Chapada’s historic towns, such as Lençóis, Mucugê and Rio de Contas, colonial buildings […]
11 historic cities in northeastern Brazil that you need to visit
Get to know the main historical cities of the north-east of Brazil built during the colonial period that still retain a large part of their preserved houses. The history of Brazil is rich, comprehensive and full of contradictions. Developing a narrative that addresses the details of the conquest and colonisation […]
Rio de Contas tourist attractions in Itacaré, Bahia
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 […]
Rio de Contas is considered the first planned city in Brazil
Rio de Contas is a historic city of the Chapada Diamantina. The city is one of the tourist destinations in Bahia that attracts visitors not only because of its natural beauty and ecological trails, but also because of the memory preserved by the best preserved colonial houses in the region. […]
Curiosities of Rio de Contas in Chapada Diamantina
When we hear about Chapada Diamantina, the city that immediately comes to our mind is Lençóis – BA, which already for this reason becomes the first option of travel to the Chapada, making the whole wave of tourists opt for it that has a structure focused on them. But when […]
Rio de Contas: Learn about the history of the city’s formation
Rio de Contas, one of the oldest towns in the Chapada Diamantina region, stands out for its 17th century baroque architecture, preserved to this day. In 1745, at the height of the gold rush, it was planned as Brazil’s first planned town, reflecting the prosperity of the time. Rio de […]