Baía da Traição: Culture, nature and adventure Baía da Traição has beautiful beaches and a route rich in historical curiosities. It is a municipality located about 90 kilometres from the capital, João Pessoa, on the north coast of Paraíba. The municipality covers 102.4 km² and had 8,993 inhabitants at the […]
The best beaches near Salvador de Bahia The beaches around Salvador offer much more than coconut palms and warm waters, combining history, fun and leisure. Here is a selection of easily accessible beaches in the region, with their distances from Salvador: Praia de Vilas do Atlântico – 30 km Praia […]
The natural pools in northeastern Brazil are true tropical paradises, attracting tourists from all over the world. When considering places to visit in the region, don’t forget to explore the stunning Natural Pools in the Northeast. These formations are the result of natural phenomena and offer breathtaking scenery, full of […]
Praia do Forte: An unmissable paradise in Bahia Praia do Forte is a district of the municipality of Mata de São João, located on the north coast of Bahia, Brazil, about 80 kilometres from Salvador. Originally a fishing village, Praia do Forte has become a popular tourist destination, known for […]
The Timeantube Lagoon, located at the entrance to Praia do Forte in Bahia, is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquillity and direct contact with nature. Its dark waters – which inspired its name, “Timeantube”, meaning “black waters” in Yoruba – are surrounded by a rich biodiversity and breathtaking landscapes. […]
The Tamar Project was founded in 1980 by Brazilian researchers concerned about the conservation of sea turtles that were threatened with extinction off the coast of Brazil. The name “Tamar” comes from the combination of the words TArtaruga MARinha. The initiative began under the coordination of the then Brazilian Institute […]
Located on the north coast of Bahia, the Municipality of Mata de São João is a true tropical paradise in the region known as the Costa dos Coqueiros – famous for its exuberant beaches, nature reserves and cosy villages. Part of the Metropolitan Region of Salvador, the municipality is strategically […]
Alameda do Sol, located in the heart of Praia do Forte, Bahia, is a charming pedestrian promenade that combines the best of nature, culture and leisure in one place. Surrounded by shops, restaurants, bars and a cosy atmosphere, it enchants locals and tourists with its rustic yet sophisticated style. Walking […]
The Coconut Coast and the Green Line The region known as the Costa dos Coqueiros (Coconut Coast) is one of the most emblematic coastal areas in the State of Bahia, characterised by its expressive natural beauty, biodiversity and consolidated tourist infrastructure. Stretching along the Green Line, Brazil’s first ecological highway, […]
Itaparica Island is the largest island in the Bay of All Saints with 240 km2, Itaparica means “fence of stones” and the name comes from a coral reef that is 1 km from the beaches facing the Atlantic. Itaparica Island, the largest sea island on the Brazilian coast, is connected […]
1671 Map of Mexico and Central America “Yucatan Conventus Iuridici Hispaniae Novae Pars Occidentalis, et Guatimala Conventus Iuridicus”,
Skydiving, paragliding and ballooning: check out the aerial sightseeing options in Bahia. For those who want to have fun alone or with the family,
Carlos Julião, a military engineer and draughtsman of Italian origin in the service of the Portuguese crown, never lived or settled in Brazil. He
Jews in colonial Brazil faced a complex and often difficult situation. During the colonial period, Brazil was a Portuguese colony and the Inquisition
The Catedral Basílica de Salvador is one of the most important sacred buildings from Colonial Brazil. A testament to the history and Catholicism in
The Nossa Senhora de Monte Serrat Fort, located in the city of Salvador, Bahia, is one of the most iconic and well-preserved examples of colonial
São Raimundo Nonato, located in the state of Piauí, is a city that attracts tourists interested in history, culture, archaeology and nature. São
Bonito Tourist Attractions: Unforgettable experiences Until the mid-1980s, the city of Bonito was a quiet farming town, a route for large herds of
The city of Miranda in Mato Grosso do Sul is a base for travellers crossing the southern Pantanal, and there are a number of farms in the region
Of the towns listed in the Northeast, 11 are in Bahia and represent the process of occupation of the Bahian territory until the end of the 19th
Portuguese discoveries were the result of Portuguese maritime expansion, which marked the history of Portugal and the world. Throughout the 15th
Sunday 13 May 1888 dawned sunny in Rio de Janeiro, the capital of the Brazilian Empire. It was a day of celebration. Slavery was ended by a law
Historical Map of Africa from 1570 Ortelius’ Cornerstone Map of Africa “Africae Tabula Nova”, Ortelius, Abraham Period: 1570
Discover the Sanctuary of Monte Santo in Bahia, a place of religious pilgrimage and tourism for centuries, set in the breathtaking landscape of the
The architectural style of the Chapada Diamantina reflects the rich history of the region, strongly influenced by the diamond mining cycle of the
The settlement of the Chapada Diamantina is closely linked to the exploitation of natural resources and the economic transformations that have shaped
The city of Aquidauana MS is the gateway to the Pantanal, one of the most beautiful ecosystems in the world, with many tourist attractions. The city
Coxim is located in the central-western region of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. Originally inhabited by Caiapó Indians, Coxim was known by the
The Alcatrazes Archipelago was once the target of cannon fire, Alcatrazes is a living laboratory for evolutionary studies. Located just a few
The jararaca-ilhoa lives exclusively on the island of Queimada Grande, also known as the island of snakes. The jararaca-ilhoa is a sui generis snake,
