Salvador, located in Brazil, is located in the north-eastern area of the country. Its reputation is great among world travelers when it comes to places to return to. Salvador is 706,800 square kilometers of pure fun and excitement. The capital of the state of Bahia, Salvador is a diverse mix of rolling hills, swamps and incredible beaches. The tropical weather draws in divers from all over the world as well as those trying to escape the winter in the northern hemisphere.
Those of African heritage as well as Portuguese, Italians and the Spanish make up the approximately 2,712,000 people in the Salvador area. Culture in Salvador has an underlying of Africa and it shows through the music, food, and art. Salvador has a reputation as being the happiest place in Brazil due to all of the fiestas and carnivals.
Salvador is one of the oldest cities in Brazil and it is the 3rd largest. Tourism in Salvador is a healthy industry and the city works hard to be as inviting as it can be to world visitors. Travelers have to have a Brazilian visa to visit Salvador but it is fairly easy to obtain one before your travels to this mysterious country. Because Salvador is located on a peninsula it is a huge draw for scuba divers. The bay is formed from a natural harbor so there is a lot of marine life in the area to explore. Because the bay is in a protected harbor the newest divers will enjoy a dive vacation here.
Salvador is rich in agricultural resources. The landscape makes it possible to grow easily and currently there has been an industrial boom as well. Salvador is one of the more wealthy cities in Brazil. There are a number of destination resorts in the area that cater to specific visitors. You can stay at a resort on the beach or inland depending on your preference. Recently Salvador has also seen an uptick in Bed and Breakfast type places. These smaller guesthouses can offer a more personal and authentic feel to your stay.
So if you are looking to do some traveling to Brazil and you have your visa in hand, consider Salvador as one of your stops. The friendly people, laid back atmosphere and the incredible food will have you wanting to come back again and again.