Salvador is one of Brazilian most beautiful cities. Here I post some pics I've taken there, previously published at Panoramio. Hope you like it!

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Built along the XVIII Century by slaves and ex-slaves of African origin, the beautiful "Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos" Church dominates Pelourinho Square's landscape, in Salvador Old Town.

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Another view of "Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos" Church, at Pelourinho Square. Its baroque features mix the Portuguese tradition with some Indian influences, mainly in the towers.

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A view of Salvador Old Town, captured from the entrance of "Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos" Church.

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Here is an example of typical portuguese colonial architecture in Salvador: the City Council Palace, built in 1640. It is located in the very heart of Salvador Old Town (Upper Town), close to other impressive buidings.

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Portuguese Library of Salvador, at Piedade Square. Inaugurated in 1918, it is a gorgeous "neomanuelino" building, consisting in one of the prettiest examples of this architectural style outside Portugal.

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Fórum Ruy Barbosa (Palace of Justice), at Campo da Pólvora Square.

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Monument to the Independence, at Campo Grande Square.

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Monument to the Independence, at Campo Grande Square (detail).

Very nice, more people should see this thread.Salvador look's like a town with a lot of character. More than can be said about a lot of place's you see on this forum.

Excellent photos, lovely architecture, one of my favourite types I have to say. I'd love to see more Brasilian cities on the forum and perhaps even more of this one! Great shots.

Wow, salvador seems really nice!!

a city of magic :cheers:

Salvador is a very special city, for its people, history, culture and beauty. Thanks for your visit and comments!

I'm glad you like the pics. Salvador is a very special city, with a strong Afro-Brazilian heritage. It deserves a visit, for sure. Thanks for your comments!

indeed a very nice city, thx for the pics! :)

very beautiful!

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