Note from BW of Brazil:Salvador, Bahia, located in Brazil’s northeast, is the capital of the state of Bahia and was the first capital city of Brazil until the year 1763. The city is one of great mysticism due to its history and image. In the 16th century, this coastal city became a principal port of entry for millions of African slaves brought to Brazil, the country that received the most Africans of all countries in the New World. By some estimates, Brazil received about 38% of all Africans shipped to the Americas, with all Caribbean islands combined receiving 47% and the United States about 4.5%.
Aerial view of Salvador, Bahia, with an overview of Praia do Porto da Barra
Today, the results of that intense traffic of Africans can be witnessed in countless ways in this city that has become a major destination of tourists over the years…
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