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Itapoan

Salvador, State of Bahia, Brazil
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Ranked #53 of 127 attractions in Salvador
Type: Beaches
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Salvador
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23 reviews 23 reviews
16 attraction reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

I don´tt know why, but I am not a big fan of this beach. many many years ago it used to be a very nice place to go, there is even a song written by a famous Brazilian singer about its beauty. However, it beacame a dangerous place to go due to some robbers. Then it changed a little bit... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

about 40 mins away from the city centre pelourinho.. its the longest beach i have ever seen.. white sand and waves to die for.. if u a surfer then this the spot !

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Sao Paulo, SP
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012

Itapoan is great, the lighthouse is beautiful, there are great restaurants and the best beaches in Salvador (Flamengo)

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Dublin, Ireland
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30 attraction reviews
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106 helpful votes 106 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2011

Itapuã Beach is an good option for those with children, because is surrounded by reefs that form natural pools. The sea is calm and quiet. but it's certainly not very safe, particularly in the enfd of the day.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013
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Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013
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Salvador, BA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013
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Salvador, BA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013
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Bahia
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38 attraction reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013
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Mesquita, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013
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