Lampião, the emblematic figure of the Cangaço, is often portrayed as a visionary, fearless and cunning warrior, but this heroic image has been increasingly challenged by contemporary historians. Virgulino Ferreira da Silva, the man behind the myth, not only orchestrated robberies and kidnappings, but also cultivated a scene of extreme […]
Lampião, an iconic figure of the cangaço, is often portrayed as a visionary warrior, fearless and cunning, but this heroic image has increasingly been called into question by contemporary historians. Virgulino Ferreira da Silva, the man behind the legend, not only orchestrated robberies and kidnappings, but also fostered a climate […]
Recife dos Holandeses began with the Dutch invasion, which was part of the Dutch project to occupy and administer the north-east of Brazil through the Dutch West India Company. By 1624, the Dutch had already established the West India Company and were planning to expand their overseas territories in Africa […]
The story of the Costa do Descobrimento begins on 22 April 1500, when Pedro Álvares Cabral‘s squadron spotted a rounded hill, Mount Pascoal, to the south of Bahia. In search of a safe place to dock, the thirteen ships sailed north along the coast and, at dusk on April 24, […]
The Bay of All Saints (Baía de Todos os Santos), also written “Bahia de Todos os Santos”, is considered the largest bay in Brazil. It lies on the coast of Bahia, between Salvador and the Recôncavo Baiano, and it was the harbor that gave rise to the country’s first capital. […]
The Todos os Santos Bay and its inland bays form a vast amphitheatre where nature, history and culture come together, creating an ideal setting for water-based tourism and ecotourism. This magnificent landscape consists of a vast expanse of calm waters, from which 56 islands emerge, as well as beaches, forests, trails, […]
The Bay of Todos os Santos and its recôncavos form a vast natural amphitheatre where nature, history and culture intertwine, creating an ideal setting for water-based tourism and ecotourism. The bay is home to calm waters and around 56 islands. In addition, there are beaches, mangrove swamps, sandbanks, forests, rivers […]
The history of Northeast Brazil is also the beginning of the history of Brazil: it was on the northeastern coast that the Portuguese arrived in 1500 and where the sugar society was born. Later, the region went through French and Dutch invasions, revolts, the cangaço, drought and migration, until it […]
The Fernando de Noronha Archipelago consists of 21 islands, islets and rocky outcrops of volcanic origin, situated in the Equatorial South Atlantic. The main island, which is also called Fernando de Noronha, is the only inhabited one and accounts for around 91 per cent of the total area of the […]
Its history is directly linked to the Discovery of Brazil, being one of the first points of the territory sighted and explored by the Portuguese in 1500. The region inhabited by the Tupiniquins was the scene of the first contact between Europeans and indigenous peoples, marking the beginning of Portuguese […]
Itacaré’s history began as a village of Pataxós Indians, which became a Jesuit settlement in the 18th century. It was an important port in the cocoa cycle and in smuggling, preserving its rich historical past to this day. Itacaré, in the south of Bahia, is an ideal destination for those […]
When the first Spanish colonists arrived in the Americas, cacao was already being cultivated by the Indians, especially the Aztecs in Mexico and the Mayans in Central America. According to historians, the cacao tree, called cacahualt, was considered sacred. In Mexico, the Aztecs believed it to be of divine origin […]
Piatã is the highest mountain town in the whole of the North-East If you’re wondering what to do in Piatã, Bahia, it’s worth first finding out why this town is so special: Piatã, in Chapada Diamantina, is the highest and coldest municipality in the state and in the whole of the North-East […]
Located in the Chapada Diamantina, the city of Ibicoara, which means “hole in the ground”, attracts tourists for its gastronomy, culture and beautiful waterfalls. The city was founded in the 19th century with the arrival of prospectors in the Chapada in search of gold. Originally known as the “village of […]
The history of Bahia began with the arrival of the Portuguese in the region of Porto Seguro and then continued through colonization, the Empire and the Republic. The official history of Brazil also began in Bahia. After all, it was on the southern coast of Bahia, in the area where […]
Diogo Álvares Correia, better known as Caramuru, is a central figure in the secret history of Salvador, Bahia. Hidden fragments of history remain in the city’s streets, squares and monuments — stories that we will reveal here. The first encounters in Todos os Santos Bay In 1501, Amerigo Vespucci discovered […]
Lord of Bonfim ribbons: History and Meaning The ribbons of Senhor do Bonfim are amulets of faith and tradition that have a long and rich history, especially associated with the city of Salvador, in Bahia, and the Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim. Video about the history of Senhor do […]
Introduction The Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim isn’t the prettiest, but it is certainly the most famous in Salvador due to the traditional “Lavagem do Bonfim”, a celebration marked by Baianas throwing water on the steps of the church during a festival that lasts all day, enlivened by afoxé […]
The Salvadorian Carnival is now the largest folk festival in the world. During the six days of carnival, around 2 million revelers parade along the routes known as Batatinha, Dodô and Osmar. But it wasn’t always so. The evolution of carnival Until the end of the 19th century, the petit […]
The fascinating history and evolution of carnival: from ancient times to today The origin of Carnival is a controversial subject. Some historians associate the beginning of Carnival celebrations with ancient rituals performed to praise good harvests, ten thousand years before Christ. Historical influences Others say it began later, in Egypt, […]
The Rio Vermelho neighbourhood is Salvador’s main hub for bohemian life and dining, bringing together bars, restaurants, acarajé stalls, small
The history of Lençóis, in Bahia, begins with diamond mining. The origins of the town are linked to the discoveries made in 1844 in Mucugê and
Ponta de Humaitá is one of the most charming spots in Salvador, situated near Monte Serrat Fort on the Itapagipe peninsula. With a stunning view of
A practical guide to things to do in Pelourinho: Baroque churches, museums, squares, a suggested itinerary and tips for making the most of
The beaches of Salvador, Bahia, offer 50 km of coastline with something for everyone: beaches with calm waters perfect for families, reefs that form
Arembepe is a charming village on the north coast of Bahia, around 42 km from Salvador. Known for its historic Hippie Village, the Tamar Project site
Salvador, the capital of Bahia, is a vibrant city where history, Afro-Brazilian culture, music and beaches come together — the perfect setting for
Bahia Maritime Museum: what you need to know before visiting Housed within the iconic Barra Lighthouse, the Bahia Maritime Museum is one of
