Fotos of
Itaparica town
 Rock of the sea virgen Native fisherman tell that from time to time they can see a beautiful women with long blond hairs. Fonte da Bica The first mineral water reservoir was built in 1842. The water is very good for the digestion and has strong regenerating powers. Sobrado Monsenhor Flaviano Built in 17. Century and served as accomodation for D. João VI, D. Pedro I und D. Pedro II, -Military hospital from 1822 to1823 - Centro Histórico: Manor Tenente Botas - Sec. XVII São Lourenço Church - 1610 Matriz de Santíssimo Sacramento - 1794 Antique parish shool- 1847 Handycraft center Quitanda square Nossa Senhora da Piedade Church Built in 1854 above the foundation of the antique altar. Restored in 1923. |
Fortaleza
de São Lourenço
Fort built 1647 by the Dutch. Restored by the Portuguese in 18. Century. Santa Luzia Square Market square where they sell native specialities. Restored and enlarged in 2001. Musik and dancing at all weekends. Marina of Itaparica Town Built in 2001. Campo Formoso Central town square surrounded by colonial style buildings. Here stands also the fighting vehicle from the chief of the indian Caboclo tribe. João Ubaldo Ribeiro House of birth of the world famos author. Ponta de Areia Beach One of the most beautiful beaches on Itaparica island. Ilha do Medo (Island of fear) First ecological area in the All Saints Bay of Salvador. That small island infront of Itaparica town they can reach by boat in 20 minutes. |
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