Walking old Salvador - The Pelourinho and The Historic Center
Buildings along the Terreiro de Jesus When you come to Salvador you must spend at least a day walking around the Historic Center and The Pelourinho, The oldest parts of the city. (see map) This was the original Salvador dating back tot he early 1500's. Like many European cities built at that time Salvador was built on a cliff 73 m above the Baia de Todos-os-Santos (Bay of all Saints). The Lower City from Praça Municipal You can start your tour at the Praça Municipal, which is home to the City Hall, the City Counselor building and a state government building. There is also an Elevador Lacerda to the lower city. Praça Municipal with tribute to Joao Ubando Ribieri City Council State offices Elevador Lacerda Our tour guide - Josuel From there walk north along the Rua da Miserícordia to Praça de Se. Just before you get to the Praça, there is a store dedicated to the photography of Pierre Verger . There is a gallery...