Touring Bahia

Touring Bahia

Bahia is a state of Brazil and is the fourth most populous Brazilian state after São Paulo, Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro, and the fifth-largest in size. Its population is concentrated mostly along its coast. Also it is one of the most important states in terms of history and culture.

The state includes the geographic regions: the Atlantic, remnants of forest on the Atlantic coast. Reconcavo, Planalto which includes the legendary region of Bahia. The second longest river system of Brazil, the Sao Francisco is a permanent river, which continuously supplies water to this arid region when many other smaller rivers dry out.

The state has an excellent wide sandy beaches, villages and towns. There are Hotels and Posadas for every taste and budget. The Bahia people are friendly people who love their beaches and love to party.

The state presents diversified climates and an average rainfall that varies from 363 to 2,000 mm per year. Regarding the weather, Bahia is one of the most privileged states of the country with an annual average of 43 °F absolute minimum and 106 °F maximum, depending on the region where you stay or visit.

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