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Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim

Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia1985

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage

It is one of Salvador’s most traditional churches and one of the greatest symbols of the local religious syncretism. Although known for the Catholic faith in the city’s patron saint, the Church also represents elements of Candomblé, where the Saint joins Oxalá, the father of all Orixás.

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  • Title: Church of Nosso Senhor do Bonfim
  • Creator: Historic Centre of Salvador de Bahia
  • Date Created: 1985
  • Location Created: Brazil
  • Rights: Embratur
  • Location: Brazil
  • Inscription Criteria: Criteria: (iv)(vi)
  • Date of Inscription: 1985
  • Category of Site: Cultural site
UNESCO World Heritage

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