Arraial da Ajuda

Arraial da Ajuda (also: " Arraial d' Ajuda " ) is a tourist district of Porto Seguro in the Brazilian state of Bahia. There are in the town and in the vicinity of the shore about 100 pousadas, which are small but well appointed hotel with magnificent gardens and often with private pools. Arraial da Ajuda is a historic town located on a high plateau overlooking the coast. Some Pousadas are now found in beach areas. The nearby National Park and Indian reserve of Monte Pascoal and the white beaches and marine lagoons of the region attract not only Brazilian but also international tourists in its spell. There is the possibility of coastal walks to the nearby town of Trancoso (Bahia) and also make it in the nature reserve of Monte Pascoal.

The area of Arraial da Ajuda has some of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. For this purpose, inter alia, include

• Praia de Mucuge
• Pitinga
• Lagoa Azul

You can reach Arraial da Ajuda either via a newly constructed road over the hinterland or crossing by ferry boats directly in the center of Porto Seguro the river Rio Bunharém, which flows into the sea. Those who choose this path reaches Arraial da Ajuda 5 km away.

History

Arraial da Ajuda is like the neighboring towns of Trancoso (Bahia), Porto Seguro and Santa Cruz Cabrália strongly associated with the Brazilian discovery and conquest history. The first settlements were built on the ground of Arraial de Ajuda in the 16th century. The place due to its excellent views of the sea, quickly became a center of the conquerors and the Church. The Igreja Nossa Senhora d' Ajuda from 1549 is a building of this era in Arraial da Ajuda was built a Jesuit mission. A spring rising practically under the church is considered sacred. Arraial da Ajuda was developed as Wehrort against the attacks of the Indians. On the church square there are still some pousadas ( inns ) shops and restaurants.

Water

On the beaches between the ferry and the Praia dos Pescadores, it is possible both kite surfing, as well as to practice surfing. Surfing is possible at only one point, about 500m from the entrance to the Praia dos Pescadores left.

- 16.490277777778 - 39.075Koordinaten: 16 ° 29 ' 25 "S, 39 ° 4' 30 " W

• Place in Bahia
• Porto Seguro