Sunset over Salvador

Salvador

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July 22nd 2006
Hi everyone Just a quick travelblog to update you on what we have been up to in Salvador before we set off for Morro de Sao Paulo (a small resort on an island 2 1/2 hrs from Salvador). First day we got here after our hellish journey, we stayed in very cheap hotel (12 pounds inc breakfast for the room). however room was a little grotty to say the least! however we considered it luxury as it had i ... read more

South America » Brazil » Bahia » Salvador

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Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of t... ... read more