Culture of Salvador. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces


The museum city of Salvador is the capital of Bahia state. it is considered the most "African" city of Brazil and is one of the most densely populated cities in the country. Founded in 1549, …
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Salvador will appeal to active and curious children who love adventure, young intellectuals who appreciate the opportunity to learn new things about another culture, and beach fans. You can …
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Features of Portuguese, American, French, and African culinary traditions are combined in the cuisine of Salvador. Most local recipes are several hundred years old. However, local cooks are …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Salvador and surroundings
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Public palaces near Salvador
♥ Palace 'Palácio da Aclamação' , 0.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Palace 'Palácio da Aclamação' , 0.6 km from the center. On the map


Cathedrals and basilicas near Salvador
♥ Catedral Basílica Primacial do Transfiguração do Senhor, Salvador, 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basílica do Senhor do Bonfim, Salvador, 6.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Catedral São Tomás de Cantuária, Camaçari, 37.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Catedral Basílica Primacial do Transfiguração do Senhor, Salvador, 1.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Basílica do Senhor do Bonfim, Salvador, 6.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Catedral São Tomás de Cantuária, Camaçari, 37.7 km from the center. On the map


Unique spots in Salvador and near
Morro de Sao Paulo
From the series “The Most Cozy Towns Full of Zen”
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Distance from Salvador center - 64 km.
There is an excellent environment for active leisure on the island. You can go diving and snorkeling or have a long trek through the picturesque mountain areas and get acquainted with typical representatives of the local fauna. The island has excellent resort hotels that will please connoisseurs of comfort. Those who want to spend time in a more intimate setting can choose one of the campsites. …
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Lacerda Elevator
From the series “Top 16 Most Exotic Elevators and Lifts in the World”
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Distance from Salvador center - 1.1 km.
About 28,000 people use the lift daily. It carries almost a million people every month. The unique lift was built on the spot, where the Jesuits' hands were once used. The construction work began in 1869 and was managed by the famous engineer Augusto Frederico de Lacerda, whose honor the lift was later called. The elevator was opened in 1873. The modern official name he got much later, only 1896. …
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Salvador
Landmarks of culture on Salvador map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc

