Brazil's The Northeast
Pelourinho
As you explore the many facets of Salvador, you will soon find yourself in the historic core of the city, Pelourinho. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site by the United Nations, Pelourinho radiates with a captivating heritage that promises to delight. With streets lined in historical churches, squares and colorful mansions, one could spend days exploring the hundreds of treasures that call Pelourinho their home.
For a mystical look into Pelourinho, and Salvador as a whole, attend one of the fascinating Candomblé ceremonies, in which believers chant and drum in rhythmic unison to please the orixás, or gods and goddesses embodied in the forces of nature. A vibrant demonstration of some of Brazil’s deepest roots, a Candomblé ceremony promises to intrigue as well as inspire.
