Barra Lighthouse (Farol da Barra) - Brazil's 2nd Most Visited Landmark
š Location: Standing proudly on Salvador's coastline in Bahia state, where the Atlantic meets All Saints' Bay š Historical Significance: ā¢ 1698: Became the first navigational signal system in the Americas ā¢ Original Design: Quadrangular tower with a glazed bronze lantern fueled by whale oil š ā¢ Still Operational: The oldest working lighthouse in the Western Hemisphere š Nighttime Magic: As dusk falls, the lighthouse transforms into a golden beacon against Salvador's colonial skyline. The real ritual? Pairing this historic vista with Bahia's iconic acarajĆ©āa flavor explosion waiting below! š¶ļø AcarajĆ© 101: This Afro-Brazilian delicacy features: ā¢ Base: Fried dumplings of black-eyed pea dough, onions & salt ā¢ Fillings: Spicy peppers, dried shrimp, caruru (okra stew), and vatapĆ” (creamy coconut-peanut paste) ā¢ Pro Tip: Locals drizzle tangy pepper vinegar for extra zing š½ļø Where to Savor It: At the lighthouse's base, look for Baianas (women in traditional white dresses) cooking acarajĆ© in bubbling palm oilāeach bite carries 300+ years of culinary heritage. šø Photo Tips: ā¢ Sunset: Capture the lighthouse's silhouette against fiery skies ā¢ AcarajĆ© Close-Ups: The vibrant red palm oil makes dishes pop Visitor Info: ā° Hours: Lighthouse museum 9AM-6PM (Night views best from Barra Beach) šļø Entry: ~R$20 (Includes maritime history exhibits) #salvador#Barra Lighthouse#Landmark#travel guide#Brazil#Brazil guide
