As the largest equatorial forest in the world and the lungs of Earth, the Amazon is home to great biodiversity across its vast changing landscapes and ancient indigenous tribes.

Established as the capital of the Portuguese colonies, Salvador de Bahia is an effervescent melting-pot where Africa meets Latin America. In 1549, Salvador was the very first capital to govern the territory of Brazil for over 200 years. During these two centuries, the city witnessed a wild blend of European, African and Amerindian cultures.