Cathedral Basilica of SalvadorvsPraca Terreiro de Jesus
Basilica Cathedral and Praca Terreiro de Jesus are both praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Basilica Cathedral is the choice of most professionals compared to Praca Terreiro de Jesus. Basilica Cathedral ranks #2 in Salvador with recommendations from 4 publications such as Michelin Guide, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Cathedral Basilica of Salvador
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Praca XV, s/n - Terreiro de Jesus, Centro, Salvador, State of Bahia
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Fodor's "Recognized as one of the richest examples of baroque architecture in Brazil, this 17th-century masterpiece is a must-visit." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Catedral Basílica dates from 1672 and is a marvelous example of Jesuit architecture." Full review
Frommer's "Thoroughly restored in 1996, the 17th-century basilica that dominates Terreiro de Jesus square now looks as good as it did when it was first erected by the Jesuits in 1672." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"On your left as you come onto the Terreiro de Jesus stands Catedral Basílica, built by the Jesuits between 1657 and 1672, using the noblest of materials: gold, marble from Portugal and jacaranda wood." Full review
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Don't miss the remarkably ornate high altar.
Praca Terreiro de Jesus Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Centro Historico, Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil
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Fodor's "This wide plaza lined with 17th-century houses sits in the heart of historic Salvador." Full review
Lonely Planet "A colorful intersection of vendors, tourists, capoeiristas and colorful locals, the Terreiro de Jesus is a historic site of religious celebrations, and is ringed by four churches." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The Terreiro de Jesus, also called Praça XV de Novembro, is extended by the Largo do Cruzeiro." Full review
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Be sure to visit the staggeringly Baroque Basílica da Sé, and the Igreja and Convento de São Francisco, as well as the Museu Afro-Brasileiro.
Afar Magazine "Locals come to this bustling square every evening to practice capoeira." Full review
