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Colonial Journey - The Best In Salvador, Brazil

Salvador, Brazil is a city with rich history. It was occupied mostly by the Portuguese in 1549. That time, the city emerged to be Brazil’s first capital. With the port opened, the city became the center of the sugar business. Logically, slave trade also emerged.

Rio de Janeiro became the capital of Brazil in 1763 taking the place of Salvador. In 1800, brutal attacks from different troops came to the settlers of Salvador. But they were liberated in the year 1823.

Various colonial forces passed by this city. No doubt the city has a number of colonial structures. Its African culture is also evident in the environment of Salvador as well.

Camwhoring in the Colonies

Your Salvador Brazil travel would most likely be composed of pictures…pictures…and more pictures. This is because the city boasts of colonial buildings that reflect its rich history. Churches are also scenic sites to do ‘camwhoring’ while overlooking areas allow people to take photos from a bird’s eye view. They have a Mercado Model that is mostly visited by tourists. The building near the port has a junction that would take you up to the other side of the structure.

No one should miss to take a photo on the Broken Cross. It’s a unique artwork located at the rooftop of a certain building.

Learn Capoeira, Cachoeira, and others they got from former era.

A dance known to have originated from African slaves, Capoeira is something people can easily learn during their Salvador Brazil travel. It is a combination of martial arts and sports. There are days in this area that hundreds of students and tourists would imitate the moves of around 20 professional dancers from Brazil. That’s a great sight to see.

Sightseeing is one of the best things to do in a Salvador Brazil travel. And the best place to go is the small town called Cachoeira. It used to have a wide source of tobacco and sugar. This location holds various historical-looking spots like a monastery where people can dine. Cigars can be bought while going around in one of the spots.

Live the vibrant nightlife

If sightseeing is best in daylight, partying is the way to go at night in Salvador. Start it with the drummers on the streets. There are bars like The Pagode which showcases dancers doing a sexy samba. Even their dances are influenced by their culture. If you’re planning to visit this place, you might want to wear your dancing clothes.

Carnival is a hit in this city. A week-long party takes place and for the most time sleeping is not part of the game. Party-poopers are not so welcome in the nightlife.
Bars are also open. Just take note that the life starts in the bars really late. But when it starts, it goes to its full extent. So make sure that you have stored energy to enjoy every bit of it.

A tip though, be prepared to see guys and ladies showing off their figures. It’s still part of their culture. Even street dancers are used to taking off their tops.