Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in State of Bahia, Brazil

March 11, 2022 Leida Jutras

Bahia (locally [baˈi.ɐ]) is one of the 26 states of Brazil and is located in the northeastern part of the country on the Atlantic coast. It is the 4th-largest Brazilian state by population (after São Paulo, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro) and the 5th-largest by area. Bahia's capital is the city of Salvador (formerly known as "Cidade do São Salvador da Bahia de Todos os Santos", lit. "City of Holy Saviour of All Saints Bay"), located on a spit of land separating the Bay of All Saints from the Atlantic. Once a monarchial stronghold dominated by agricultural, slaving, and ranching interests, Bahia is now a major manufacturing center whose last three elections have been dominated by the Workers' Party.
Restaurants in State of Bahia

1. Casa do Rio Vermelho

Rua Alagoinhas 33 Melhor acesso é pela av. Vasco da Gama, sentido orla/centro, primeira entrada à direita., Salvador, State of Bahia 41940-620 Brazil +55 71 3333-1919 [email protected] http://casadoriovermelho.com.br
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1,209 reviews

Casa do Rio Vermelho

Reviewed By MelBr75 - Curitiba, Brazil

This used to be the house of Jorge Amado and Zelia Gatai, both great and world known writers. It’s very well preserved and it’s collection is beautifully displayed. It’s a must see!

2. Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of the Black People

Largo do Pelourinho s/n Pelourinho, Salvador, State of Bahia 40026-280 Brazil +55 71 3241-5781 [email protected] http://irmandadedoshomenspretos.com.br/
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4.5 based on 1,210 reviews

Church of Our Lady of the Rosary of the Black People

This famous church dominates Pelourinho Square with its unmistakable blue façade.

Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland

Not far from the Largo do Pelourinho is one of the most interesting churches of Salvador - in its full Portuguese name: Igreja da Ordem Terceira de Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Pretos. It was built over a long period, starting in the 17th century, by a brotherhood of slaves and freedmen of African descent, who did all the work themselves in their free hours. The church is attractive from its exterior, with its two towers by the facade and all painted in blue, as well as from the interior, with pleasantly much less gold than one sees in the other churches of the town. By the entrance are information boards, also in English, about the phenomenon of the black brotherhood, the 'Irmandade de Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Homens Pretos'.

3. Sao Francisco Church and Convent

Praca Padre Anchieta Pelourinho, Salvador, State of Bahia 41810-830 Brazil +55 71 3322 6430 http://guides.hurb.com/igreja-e-convento-de-sao-francisco-ba/?cmp=55498
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4.5 based on 6,242 reviews

Sao Francisco Church and Convent

One of the most spectacular churches in the world, this famous church is richly adorned inside with gold, silver and precious stones and has ceiling art that has been compared to that of the Sistine Chapel.

Reviewed By MelBr75 - Curitiba, Brazil

It’s a world heritage by UNESCO. It’s an important colonial period church. It’s interior is very beautiful and full of details. Exuberant inner decoration, mostly executed in the first half of the 18th century. All surfaces inside - walls, pillars, vaults and ceilings - are covered by golden sculpted gilt woodwork and paintings.

4. Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado

Largo do Pelourinho s/n Pelourinho, Salvador, State of Bahia 40026-280 Brazil +55 71-3321-0122 http://www.jorgeamado.org.br
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4.5 based on 1,663 reviews

Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado

Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Jorge Amado is one of the most acclaimed Brazilian authors. His books reflect the culture of his home State of Bahia and its people. The "Fundação Casa de Jorge Amado" is located at the very heart of Pelourinho, the historical quarter of Salvador - and Pelourinho is indeed one of Jorge Amado's characters. And a very important one! The "Fundação Casa de Jorge Amado" aims to preserve his legacy and the local culture. As of June 2019, the "Fundação Casa de Jorge Amado" was closed for renovations. Please check before going. Enjoy!

5. Teatro Castro Alves

Praca 2 de Julho Campo Grande, Salvador, State of Bahia 41347-095 Brazil (71) 3535-0600 [email protected] http://www.tca.ba.gov.br/
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4.5 based on 755 reviews

Teatro Castro Alves

6. Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia

Rua da Graca 289 Graca, Salvador, State of Bahia 40150-055 Brazil +55 (71) 3117-6987 http://museupalacetedasartes.wordpress.com/
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4.5 based on 651 reviews

Palacete Das Artes Rodin Bahia

7. Basilica Cathedral

Praca XV, s/n - Terreiro de Jesus Centro, Salvador, State of Bahia 40026-010 Brazil (71) 3321-4573 http://www.arquidiocesesalvador.org.br
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4.5 based on 552 reviews

Basilica Cathedral

Daily 8:30am-5pm

Reviewed By CaliGuy01 - San Francisco, United States

Beautiful ornate cathedral in the town square center. The artwork is spectacular and is a must see. Besides the main part of the cathedral there are many other open parts of the cathedral.

8. Basilica e Santuario Nossa Senhora da Conceicao da Praia

Largo da Conceicao da Praia, s/n Comércio, Salvador, State of Bahia 41620-700 Brazil (71) 3242-0545 http://santuarioconceicaodapraia.com/
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4.5 based on 428 reviews

Basilica e Santuario Nossa Senhora da Conceicao da Praia

9. Sister Dulce memorial

Avenida Bonfim - Largo de Roma 161 Comércio, Salvador, State of Bahia 40420-000 Brazil (71) 3310-1100 http://www.irmadulce.org.br
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4.5 based on 861 reviews

Sister Dulce memorial

Reviewed By nelsoncerqueira1 - Salvador, Brazil

Sister Dulce, today Saint Dulce of the Poor, canonized by Pope Francis, is a real case of miracles delivered by a fragile small woman who spent the life helping and curing dispossessed people. From scratch, she built a tremendous health center and hospital. If you come to Salvador, pay her a visit. Really emotional.

10. Sao Bento monastery

Largo de Sao Bento 1 Centro, Salvador, State of Bahia 40024-108 Brazil (71) 3322-4749 http://www.saobento.org
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4.5 based on 187 reviews

Sao Bento monastery

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

Reviewed By angeladH2788OE

Saint Benedict Basilica is a beautiful neoclassic church in Salvador’s central area, beautifully kept, where the old city gates used to be. It currently holds baroque and neoclassical art restoration courses as well as a beautiful choir.

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