Palace of Saldanha, Salvador

Name: Palace of Saldanha
Address: Salvador, Brazil

#36 among attractions in Salvador

Palace, Colonial architecture

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The Palace of Saldanha, is former residence in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It is located in the Historic Center of Salvador and was constructed in the early 18th century. The residence has two stories with an attic and is typical of colonial architecture of the period: the ground floor housed slaves and servants; the second floor was reserved for the family of the owner. The façade has a monumental portal with ornate carved stone with solomonic columns with floral motifs and atlantes. Germain Bazin and others attribute the portal to Gabriel Ribeiro, designer of the ornate carved stone façade of the Church of the Third Order of Saint Francis, which it resembles. Ana Maria Lacerda calls the Palace of Saldanha an "icon of colonial architecture." ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 12°58'28"S, 38°30'39"W

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Centro (Centro Histórico)Salvador Brazil

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Palace of Saldanha – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museu da Misericórdia, Igreja de São Domingos de Gusmão, Rio Branco Palace, Cathedral of Salvador.

~480 ftNW
Museum, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Museu da Misericórdia, Salvador
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~630 ftNE
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Igreja de São Domingos de Gusmão, Salvador
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Salvador, Brazil, the Igreja de São Domingos de Gusmão stands as a testament to the rich religious and architectural heritage of the city. This historic church, more commonly known as the Church of the Third Order of Penitence of Saint Dominic...
~830 ftW
Palace, Museum, Architecture
Rio Branco Palace, Salvador
5 min walk • The Rio Branco Palace is an iconic historical building nestled in the heart of Salvador, Brazil. This grandiose palace stands as a testament to the rich cultural and political heritage of the region. Once the seat of the government of Bahia, the palace has played a...
~600 ftN
Ornate 17th-century Mannerist church
Cathedral of Salvador, Salvador
3 min walk • The Cathedral of Salvador, officially known as Catedral Basílica de São Salvador, stands as a magnificent testament to the rich religious and architectural heritage of Salvador, Brazil. This church, situated in the historic heart of the city, exudes an aura of...
~1290 ftW
Baroque architecture, Church, Historical place
Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Salvador
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~840 ftNW
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Chapel of the Holy Body, Salvador
5 min walk • Tucked away in the vibrant city of Salvador, Brazil, the Chapel of the Holy Body stands as a testament to the rich religious and cultural heritage of the region. This historic chapel, also known as Capela do Corpo Santo in Portuguese, is a significant landmark for both...
~570 ftE
Lavishly decorated 18th-century church
Church and Convent of São Francisco, Salvador
3 min walk • The Church and Convent of São Francisco in Salvador, Brazil, stands as a magnificent testament to the country's colonial history and religious heritage. This impressive religious complex, renowned for its exquisite Baroque architecture, is a centerpiece of the city's...
~760 ftE
Church, Historical place
Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, Salvador
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Salvador, Brazil, the Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and colonial history. This church is an architectural marvel, renowned for its intricate Baroque facade and elaborate...
~1290 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Church of the Blessed Sacrament of Saint Anne, Salvador
7 min walk • The Church of the Blessed Sacrament of Saint Anne is an 18th-century Roman Catholic church located in Nazaré, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. The church is dedicated to Saint Anne and belongs to the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of São Salvador da Bahia. Its construction began in 1747 and continued over the next two decades.
~1330 ftNW
Skyscraper, Modernist architecture
Caramuru Building, Salvador
7 min walk • The Caramuru Building is an office building in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It was designed by the architect Paulo Antunes Ribeiro for Prudência Capitalização, an insurance company. Construction began on the structure in 1946 and it opened in 1951.
~670 ftNE
Museum, Music venue
Museu Afro-Brasileiro, Salvador
4 min walk • The Afro-Brazilian Museum in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, was inaugurated on 7 January 1982 by the then Director of the Center for Afro-Oriental Studies, Dr.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palace of Saldanha?

Nearby attractions include Praça da Sé, Salvador (2 min walk), Archbishop's Palace of Salvador, Salvador (2 min walk), Igreja da Misericordia, Salvador (3 min walk), Historic Center of Salvador, Salvador (3 min walk).

How to get to Palace of Saldanha by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palace of Saldanha:

Bus

Terminal da Barroquinha (8 min walk)
Estação da Lapa (16 min walk)

Metro

Campo da Pólvora • Lines: 1 (11 min walk)
Lapa • Lines: 1 (15 min walk)