nosso senhor do bonfim church

Sahamantha

In the second Tuesday of year they celebrate a special day in this church. You can see typical "baianas" dressed in a special manner. This church also allow you tohave a wonderful sunset and a great view of Salvador city.

BobWE

A medium sized church in Salvador where numerous curative miracles are claimed to have taken place. The altar is beautiful. Off to the side of the church is a room with prosthetic limbs tangling from the ceiling. On one wall several of the limbs are antiques. Outside is a fence/sall surrounding the church which is loaded with the Wish Ribbons you can purchase adjacent to the church from any vendor. Many vendors outside hawking religious and musical goods, many which are associated with the Candomble religious sect. Be careful of beggars approaching you. The crowds can be quite large so take care watching your pockets and your valuables. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the upper level of Salvador.

nzangen

It's an important part of Salvador da Bahia! Coming and not visiting senhor da bahia is like you've missed of an important thing from here

rogrob2015

Beautiful little church in a very ordinary environment. A little bit strange that there si a kind of a comercial shop in the church

Ig0rU

We was very impressed by visiting this church, it is very unusual, I'd call it "transparent" because we didn't fill ourselves to be inside the building but open-air.the ceramic tiles are wonderful.

BernardoCarneiro

I really like the religious atmosphere, we feel faith and belief all around. Don't forget to buy the well-known colorful strips, they bring you luck and safety if you tie one on your wirst (but ask a local to do it for you!!). The pack of ten costs only R$2 (less than one dollar). Actually, bring lots of change as the street vendors of water, Coke, coconuts, etc have no change at all (I recommend taking ten reais bills or lower). Finally, if that`s a Friday you should follow the traditions and wear white cloths (Senhor do Bonfiim is also one of the Candomble gods, named Oxala, who likes everything in white color).

Lyn49006

The ribbons for wishes tied to the fence around were a colorful addition. This church is famous for it's miracles and these are reflected in the collection of plastic hands, legs that hang from one ceiling as symbols of wishes come true. I would guess the ability to walk again etc.

CristinaFarias

If you go a Salvador and don't go to Ïgreja do Bonfim, You haven't been there! It's a hard place to go, better go with someone from there, it's hard to find. But it's amazing! After go to see the Ribeira neighbor and have an ice cream there.

PJB333312741

This is more than just one of the 365 churches in Salvador. It is a must-see/experience for those truly interested in Afro-Brazilian history. The church was built by a fraternity of freed slaves. It took over 100 years to finish. I could write volumes on this church. Suffice it to say that the history of African endurance in Brazil speaks volumes and this church is a prime example of the tenacity of the Africans brought to Brazil. It is also one of the few churches where Candomblé is as much a part as Catholicism. I, too, recommend attending a service here. During the Festa de Santa Barbara (December), it is more like a party than a religious service. You can take pictures, sans flash, if visiting when no services are being held. I recommend visiting when there is no service, and again when there is. An experience well worth the 3 or 4 Reais.

yottawa

Great church to visit. A must amongst the 365 catholic churches of the city. Great historical site for the fervent Catholics. Museum of ''miracles'' is interesting to see.

dmittleman

The local Lourdes, this is an interesting church. The room of casts of "cured" body parts is small and intimate. The church is mildly interesting in and off itself. The ribbons tied around the fences are inspiring. Colorful and eye popping. Try to go during a service. Although you can't take photos, the vibe is phenomenal.

HarryR140

While the church is unassuming, the folklore around it make it worth a visit. The room with plastic body parts and pictures of the supplicants for medical aid is poignant even if somewhat grotesque.

Gje70

We arrived at the start of a mass, we were given the ribbons and they were tied on our wrists. The occasion was especially meaningful to my wife who is unwell and was able to join the service. Soon the ribbons will disintegrate and hopefully we will see positive results

Prinzac

Nice renovated church. The city took good care of the place.Great city view. The neighborhood still deserves investment.

TravlinWee

This is the church that mixes the Catholic religion and the method of worship brought by the slaves from West Africa several hundred years ago. You have to see it to believe it!