Largo do Pelourinho

A small and perfectly formed public plaza, the Largo do Pelourinho is triangular in shape and remains steeped in history, marking one of the city's oldest areas. This was once the spot when slaves were sold and auctioned to the crowds, with 'pelourinho' literally meaning 'whipping post'. A group of attractions are based around the Largo do Pelourinho, such as the Fundacao Casa de Jorge Amado (Jorge Amado House Foundation) and the Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos (Church Our Lady of the Rosary of Black People).

Hours: Daily

Cost: Free

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Cidade Museum (museum) - Displaying many heritage items belonging to famous people throughout Salvador, including religious artwork, dolls, and statues.  Museu da Cidade also includes novels, historical information and stories of life in Salvador through the ages.     Other great displays within the Museu da Cidade include the traditional Bahia costumes, tapestries, ceramics, tools.  Several famous people have items on display, ... Address: Lgo Pelourinho, 3 - Historic Centre Salvador - BA, 40026-280, Brazil Distance: 0.02km from the Largo do Pelourinho
Largo do Pelourinho (historical) - Largo do Pelourinho is a historical part of Salvador and considered a city within a city.  Lots of historic buildings within this area. It is one of the main symbols of Salvador. During slavery times, was the place where slaves were punished. The square is surrounded by several old houses in the purest colonial style, including the house of Jorge Amado Foundation and churches like the Church of the Rosary of Black Men and Cathe... Address: Largo do Pelourinho, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil Distance: 0.08km from the Largo do Pelourinho
Zélia Gattai Theater Cafe (theater) - With a capacity for 50 people, Café-Teatro Zélia Gattai constitutes a meeting point for artists and intellectuals, with programs including plays, dramatic readings, seminars, round tables, film screenings, and musical projects. The decor consists of covers of translations from 55 countries, the books of Jorge Amado and illustrations done by Floriano Teixeira.   The Café offers visitors hot drinks, hi... Address: Fundação Casa de Jorge Amado Largo do Pelourinho - Pelourinho, Salvador - BA Distance: 0.08km from the Largo do Pelourinho

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