Pelourinho

Welcome to the Pelourinho, the historic district of Salvador and a UNESCO World Heritage site that stands as a profound testament to the meeting of Europe and Africa. As you stand here amidst the pastel-colored buildings and…

We begin our detailed exploration in the Terreiro de Jesus, a historic plaza that has served as a central meeting point for centuries. This square is remarkable for being surrounded by some of the most important religious and…

We now enter the Church and Convent of San Francisco, arguably the most impressive example of Baroque architecture in Brazil. Built in the early 1700s, the interior of this church is almost entirely covered in gold leaf. …

Descending toward the Largo do Pelourinho, we encounter the blue facade of the Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos—the Church of the Rosary of the Black Men. This church is of immense historical and spiritual…

Facing the Largo do Pelourinho is a striking blue building that houses the Fundação Casa de Jorge Amado. Jorge Amado is widely considered Brazil’s most famous writer, and his novels were instrumental in bringing the stories, the…

We now make our way to the top of the Elevador Lacerda, the iconic landmark that has come to symbolize Salvador. Built in 1873, this is much more than a tourist attraction; it is a vital piece of public transport that connects…

Our final stop in the Pelourinho circuit is the Mercado Modelo, located at the base of the Elevador Lacerda in the Lower City. This building has a long and varied history. …

Our journey through the Pelourinho has taken us from the heights of colonial power to the realities of the slave trade, and finally to the vibrant cultural resurgence of the modern era. This neighborhood is the soul of Salvador,…