The ancient church of slaves in Salvador during the colonial period of Brazil. Here the masses are performed in a Catholic fashion but with a strong emphasis on music. Usually the traditional Catholic songs are played to African drums beat I came into the church...More

This church was by far one of my favourite visits in Salvador. It mixes catholic and camdomblé religions showing the strong religious syncretism in Brazilian society. Every Tuesday at 6pm there is a mass and the church is opened to the public. Some of the...More

This church is quite different from others in Brazil, and interesting to visit. There are some explanations in English. Worth a few minutes to see.

This place is hyped too much and am afraid does not deliver a lot...as an American, we have seen masses like this and it is good to see it in another context but I wouldn't make special time for the special mass...

We were staying in Pelourinho and wanted a genuine local, cultural experience, so we headed to Sunday AM mass at the "Black Church." It was amazing! the priest was full of heart, made a genuine connection with the congregation, and had a beautiful voice. We...More

Not far from the Largo do Pelourinho is one of the most interesting churches of Salvador - in its full Portuguese name: Igreja da Ordem Terceira de Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Pretos. It was built over a long period, starting in the 17th century,...More

It is lovely church, with a character of its own and very different from others in the old city. The best time to visit is when there is a mass happening. Great music and such fervor of those attending, singing and dancing to the music