Salvador de Bahia

Salvador de Bahia is a tropical city with exotic locales, great history, archaic mystery and lonely people. The localities prefer calling either Salvador or Bahia. The city is a part of Brazil, the beautiful and vibrant country which boasts its rain forests and deserts. The city is geographically very close to the equator and that makes it even close to the South Atlantic Ocean.

Salvador de Bahia is a city having rich folklore, the archaic mystery and the ambience makes a trip to this city a memorable one. The state maintains its rich cultural background and holds on to its roots, the Brazilian, African and European heritage. The city of Salvador maintains a balance between their cultural heritage and modernity and it reflects in their rich Brazilian form of art. The Brazilian and African rhythm is a must for every carnival group, which includes samba, capoeira, afoxean and many other forms. The rhythm of Brazil is its true identity.

The land of happiness, Salvador de Bahia has everything that a visitor could ask for, from beaches to wild parties...you name it, and you have it. The beaches spread across 30 miles of the city and it is full of activities, laughter, fun and enjoyment. In a nut shell, Salvador de Bahia, is an ideal holiday destination. With great value hotels in Salvador and Brazil it is simply the perfect destination.

Amerigo Vespucci, the man behind the discovery of America, gave us the city of Salvador de Bahia. In the year 1501, he arrived in Brazil. He then named the city as Bay of All Saints, as it was the 1st of November, 1501, and the day being day of all saints. The city of Salvador de Bahia came to existence in the year 1549, and was the capital of Brazil. The city happened to be Brazil's first capital. Today it is the capital city of the state of Bahai. Salvador de Bahia is known for its relaxed population and carnivals, including the famous Brazilian street carnivals. It is one of the oldest cities of Brazil.

The city of Salvador de Bahia is a blend of everything, from history to culture, from beaches to desserts and festivals. If you want to dig the roots of the history of the state, you will find many interesting events and happenings. You will also find many museums and cathedrals that resemble the beautiful architecture of the city.

If relaxation is all that you want, go for the beaches. The pristine beaches, turquoise clear waters and the lively city, together it's a treat for your eyes. You just can't have enough of the city. An array of beach activities is sure to keep you on your toes. Calm cloves, the beach Porto da Barra has everything ranging from swimming to sailing, underwater fishing and sports. The best beach for surfers is the one which faces the Atlantic Ocean, the wild Aleluia beach. Some of the other beaches are almost like swimming people, there are coral reefs flanking the beach and is ideally meant for children.

Most of the festivals are celebrated in the beaches of Salvador de Bahia, the New Years Eve being the prime festival. The beaches have staged many performances, fireworks, carnivals and extravaganza.