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Capital of Bahia state and former capital of Brazil itself, Salvador is one of the oldest cities in the country dating back to 1549 and a fascinating melting pot of history, culture and colour. Perched on the shoulder of Brazil, Salvador rises high over the “Todos os Santos” Bay and is split between an upper and lower city connected by a series of lifts and steep walkways. At its heart, the cobbled streets and ornate churches of the Pelourinho old town have been beautifully preserved and reveal some of the finest colonial architecture in all the Americas. Above all it is the city’s unique cultural heritage that stands out, a blend of Portuguese and African influences born on the back of the slave trade that has given Salvador its unique identity and creative energy. Wander the Pelourinho and you will stumble upon locals practising “capoeira”, the old slave martial art hidden in dance form. Or experience a traditional ‘candomble” ceremony, a religious fusion of catholic and tribal beliefs. Much of Brazilian art, literature and music owes itself to Bahia and no visit is complete without sampling the delicious local cuisine.
Salvador pulses with an energy to rival the likes of Rio and its carnival is something to behold! Close by, the city is ringed with palm-fringed beach resorts and idyllic islands, the perfect wind-down after the frenetic pace of Salvador.
The Villa Bahia evokes the colonial glory of Salvador, a beautiful boutique hotel at the very heart of Salvador’s famous Pelourinho. The hotel spans two historic mansions and is located next to the...
Luxury and rich colonial history combine at the Convento do Carmo, a 16th century convent and beautiful boutique hotel that lies within walking distance to the cobbled Pelourinho. Set around 2...
Behind the splendid colonial façade of a 19th century townhouse, the Casa do Amarelindo is a modern boutique hotel that spills onto the cobbled streets of Salvador’s historic Pelourinho. It offers a...
The Pousada des Arts is an 18th century, colonial mansion and colourful, boutique “pousada” guesthouse, a short walk away from Salvador’s historic Pelourinho. It has been charmingly restored and...
It’s hard to pick a highlight, overall Japan was easier to navigate than expected and also cheaper than expected. I loved the gardens, walking down the Path of Philosophy on a beautiful spring day, the train trips looking at the scenery, especially the trip to Koya-San.
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