Foundation of Paraíba and João Pessoa History Insights Before Pedro Alvares Cabral arrived in Brazil, the coast of Paraíba was inhabited by the Tabajaras and Potiguaras Indians. Most of the territory of present-day Paraíba belonged to the Captaincy of Itamaracá, which was granted to Pero Lopes de Sousa in 1534. […]
Although the June Festivals are celebrated in all four corners of Brazil, it is in the Northeast that the festivities take on their greatest expression. The June Festivals in the Northeast of Brazil are one of the country’s most traditional and eagerly awaited celebrations, deeply rooted in the region’s popular culture. […]
The evolution of forró and its cultural diversity The forró style has gone through three major phases since its inception in the 1940s. This evolution has been controversial, but critics say the different formats can coexist. Festivities open This week marks the start of the main forró marathon during the […]
Discover the charm of Paraíba’s interior: culture, history and nature. The interior of Paraíba is a region rich in history and culture, with cities that retain traces of the prosperous times of cotton production. Videos about Campina Grande, Cabaceiras, Areia, Ingá Archaeological Site and Assis Chateaubriand Art Museum Main Cities […]
Paraíba: Between paradise beaches and cultural wealth Paraíba is a state in the northeastern region of Brazil, known for its beautiful beaches, rich culture and history. The name “Paraíba” comes from the Tupi language spoken by the indigenous people who inhabited the region before the arrival of European colonists. The […]
Bahia Maritime Museum: what you need to know before visiting Housed within the iconic Barra Lighthouse, the Bahia Maritime Museum is one of
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
