Brazil · NORDESTE
Salvador
The Black Rome — Africa in Brazil's baroque capital.
— Journey —
2 h from São Paulo by air
Salvador, Brazil's first colonial capital, is the most African city outside Africa — 80% of its 3 million inhabitants trace their roots to West and Central Africa, expressed in Candomblé religion, capoeira, acarajé street food and axé music. The Pelourinho historic centre (UNESCO) is a labyrinth of 16th-century baroque churches.
— Signature Experiences —
- ·Pelourinho (UNESCO)
- ·Igreja do Bonfim
- ·Barra Lighthouse & Fort
- ·Museu Afro-Brasileiro
- ·Capoeira Angola circles
— Signature Hotels —
- ·Fera Palace Hotel
- ·Hotel Fasano Salvador
- ·Casa do Amarelindo
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