Cairu Archipelago: A cultural and natural treasure of Bahia The Cairu Archipelago, with its main islands – Cairu, Boipeba and Tinharé – offers beautiful landscapes, paradisiacal beaches and a rich culture. Cairu is a Brazilian municipality located in the state of Bahia. This island municipality corresponds to the Tinharé Archipelago […]
The Costa do Dendê covers 5,815.62 km² and 115 km of coastline, spread over eight of the region’s nine municipalities: Valença, Cairu, Taperoá, Nilo Peçanha, Ituberá, Igrapiúna, Camamu and Maraú. The municipality of Presidente Tancredo Neves, the only one without a coastline, borders Valença. The region lies between the Baía […]
A quick cultural guide to Salvador’s most popular museums, with practical tips on how to make the most of each visit. Salvador is a cultural hub
Paranaguá Palace — Ilhéus (Bahia) Paranaguá Palace, listed by the Bahia Institute of Artistic and Cultural Heritage (IPAC), is one of the
São Jorge Parish Church in Ilhéus (BA): a heritage site of historical, Jesuit and religious art significance The Parish Church of São Jorge is one
The Convent and Church of Nossa Senhora da Piedade: a neo-Gothic heritage site and religious symbol of Ilhéus (BA) The Church of Nossa Senhora da
History of the Cathedral of São Sebastião in Ilhéus — architecture, chronology and significance The design of the Cathedral of São Sebastião
Ilhéus: culture, history and natural beauty in southern Bahia Ilhéus, in southern Bahia, is famous for the novels of Jorge Amado (such as Gabriela,
Following the expulsion of the Jesuits, the church of the former College of the Society of Jesus became the Cathedral Basilica of Salvador, replacing
The Cathedral Basilica of Salvador is located in the heart of Pelourinho and is one of the most important sacred buildings in colonial Brazil. As
To understand frevo is to reconstruct the history of Recife’s working classes and the city’s urban development between the late 19th and
According to many scholars, music and dance have been part of Brazilian culture since its inception, providing an outlet for the tensions arising
Olinda was the cradle of Franciscanism in Portuguese America and the starting point for the expansion of convents in Pernambuco. The history of the
Xingó Canyon: A Natural Wonder between Sergipe and Alagoas The Xingó Canyon, on the border between Sergipe and Alagoas, is one of the largest
The Brazilian Northeast is home to some surprising and off-the-beaten-track destinations. Discover 5 exotic places in the Northeast that are well
The Northeast is one of Brazil’s most popular tourist destinations, and with good reason: the region boasts idyllic beaches, lush natural
Boa Viagem Beach is Recife’s main urban beach, with a long stretch of shoreline, beach huts, hotels and reefs that form natural pools at low tide.
5-day itinerary — The beaches of Pernambuco Explore the coast of Pernambuco on a 5-day itinerary featuring unmissable beaches, lush landscapes and
Just a few kilometres between Pipa and Baía Formosa, Sibaúma is a well-preserved coastal village in Rio Grande do Norte, perfect for those seeking
Praia dos Carneiros is a photogenic beach located about an hour from Recife. Just a few kilometres from Recife, the beach of Praia dos Carneiros in
Discover the best beaches in the northeast for relaxation, with three perfect getaways offering stunning scenery, high-end accommodation and
Naturism at Tambaba Beach: A unique experience Situated approximately 30 km south of João Pessoa, the capital of Paraíba, Tambaba Beach is one of
