BAHIA

CAPITAL

Capital: salvador

Pelourinho, considered Cultural Heritage of Humanity and listed by Unesco in 1985, is located in the Historic Center of Salvador

Photo: Marcio Filho - MTur

With the longest coastline in Brazil, Bahia offers 1,200 kilometers of coast and more than 300 beaches, in addition to natural and historical tourist attractions that make the state very popular for Brazilians and foreigners. There are several festivities throughout the year, with emphasis on Carnival, religious festivals and New Year’s Eve. However, there is more. Diversity, history, many places to visit and many cultural attractions to discover make Bahia one of the most colorful and culturally rich states in Brazil. In addition to encompassing different ethnicities, religions, flavors and colors all in one place, Bahia is full of historical context and outstanding cuisine. Governors, mayors and secretaries, no matter the management, usually say that there is a Bahia for each one because of such cultural and tourist diversity that exists in the state.

Salvador has several beaches recognized by national and international tourism. Lets pretend you already disembarked, checked into your hotel, put on your bathing suit and put on your sunscreen. Now, let us get to know the coastal highlights together, starting with Praia da Barra. The calming and clear waters are very popular with locals and foreign tourists - always remember this if you have children with you.

As we continue our panoramic trip along the shore, we arrive at Ondina Beach. Its reefs create natural pools, so you’ve know it, right? It is peaceful all day long. And who wouldnt like to spent an afternoon in Itapuã? In the sun that burns in Itapuã? With weak waves, the paradisiacal scenery was immortalized in the songs of the Brazilian artists like Toquinho and Vinícius de Moraes.

Salvador is also home to cultural diversity and carries an undeniable historical background. Pelourinho, considered Cultural Heritage of Humanity and listed by Unesco in 1985, is located in the Historic Center of Salvador, characterized by a square surrounded by old houses and churches. Speaking of the historic center, Salvador is now proud of its region, which has been revitalized in the last decade and has gained several attractions, such as Casa do Carnaval, a true immersion in the history and culture of one of the most important festivals for the state and the country.

One of the most popular churches in Salvador is in the neighborhood of Bonfim, more specifically in a place called “Sacred Hill”. The Basilica Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim is known mainly for the colorful cloth ribbons that, according to tradition, grant three wishes to those who tie them to their wrists or ankles.

Another attraction of the city is the Elevador Lacerda, National Historic and Artistic Heritage that was built in 1869, with 72 meters high and two towers. The Eleva-

Photo: Marcio Filho - MTur

Bahia offers 1,200 kilometers of coast and more than 300 beaches

Photo: Marcio Filho - MTur

Salvador has been revitalized in the last decade and has gained several tourist attractions

tor was designed to unite the upper and lower parts of Salvador. For those looking for sun and beach, the tip in Salvador is to visit the Farol da Barra (Barra Lighthouse), which houses one of the most famous postcards of the city, as well as the Baía de Todos os Santos, also known as the Blue Amazon, due to the immensity of sea that exists there.

ARRAIAL D’AJUDA

For those looking for sun and beach, Bahia offers several options for destinations, from the luxurious and rustic Trancoso, to the beautiful beaches of Ilhéus, there are plenty of options. Porto Seguro, Arraial D’Ajuda, Caraíva and Morro de São Paulo are destinations for those who want to know the best of Bahia’s beaches and also have options for historical tours close by. Arraial D’Ajuda, for example, is an internationalized little piece in the middle of Bahia, a village capable of bringing together so many different people, which today coexists with the charm of influences from the four corners of the world.

In terms of beaches, the charm remains untouched in Pitinga, further away from the center, with bars, inns and tents respecting the rustic and tropical style of the village. It is worth remembering that in Arraial d’Ajuda, the beach is the setting for almost all programs, whether it is relaxing, having fun or practicing sports, such as nautical activities, paragliding, quad biking, cycling, trails and kitesurfing. Even in the case of cultural events, such as a visit to Largo da Ajuda and its little church, they have the sea as a backdrop. Another highlight goes to gastronomy, since national chefs and big names of international cuisine have transformed Arraial d’Ajuda into one of the greatest spots in gastronomy aimed to tourists who wants to enjoy “la belle cuisine”.

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Photo: Marcio Filho - MTur

Apaga Fogo Beach in Arraial d’Ajuda

Photo: Marcio Filho - MTur

Arraial D’Ajuda is an internationalized little piece of land in the middle of Bahia

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