Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador, Salvador

Name: Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador
Address: Salvador, Brazil

#38 among attractions in Salvador

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Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador, Salvador

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Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador is a monument in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It is located at the north of the Porto da Barra Beach and directly below the São Diogo Fort. It commemorates the 400th century of the founding of Salvador, and was inaugurated on March 29, 1952. The monument consists of two parts: a limestone pillar, and a mural of azulejos. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 13°0'7"S, 38°31'59"W

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Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The British Cemetery, Forte de Santo Antônio da Barra, Church of Saint Antony of Barra, Teatro Vila Velha.

~810 ftNE
Cemetery
The British Cemetery, Salvador
4 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Salvador, Brazil, the British Cemetery stands as a tranquil oasis of history amidst the urban hustle. This burial ground, established in the 19th century, serves as the final resting place for British nationals and other non-Catholic...
0.6 miS
Forts and castles
Forte de Santo Antônio da Barra, Salvador
15 min walk • The Forte de Santo Antônio da Barra stands as a sentinel at the entrance to the Bay of All Saints in Salvador, Brazil. This historic fort, dating back to the 16th century, is one of the oldest military structures in the Americas and a significant landmark of...
~350 ftNE
Church, Colonial architecture
Church of Saint Antony of Barra, Salvador
2 min walk • The Church of Saint Antony of Barra stands as a historic and spiritual landmark in the vibrant city of Salvador, Brazil. This architectural marvel, with its origins dating back to the 17th century, is situated in the Barra neighborhood and offers a unique blend of...
1.4 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Teatro Vila Velha, Salvador
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Salvador, Brazil, Teatro Vila Velha stands as a testament to the vibrant cultural landscape of this historic city. Established in the 1960s, this theatre has become a central hub for artistic expression, offering a diverse array of performances...
~960 ftS
Park, Historical place
Forte de Santa Maria, Salvador
5 min walk • Forte de Santa Maria is a fort located in Salvador, Bahia in Brazil. It is also known as the Fortim de Santa Maria. It retains much of its original structure of the 17th century, including its broad, stone curtain walls.
1.4 miNE
Museum, Colonial architecture
São Paulo da Gamboa Battery, Salvador
35 min walk • The São Paulo da Gamboa Battery is a military fortification located in Salvador, Bahia in Brazil. It is also known as the Fort of São Paulo da Gambôa, or simply the Fort of Gambôa.
~120 ftNE
Forts and castles, Historical place
Forte de São Diogo, Salvador
1 min walk • Forte de São Diogo is a fort located in Salvador, Bahia Brazil.
0.6 miS
Museum
Museu Náutico da Bahia, Salvador
15 min walk • The Barra Lighthouse also known as the Santo Antônio Lighthouse, is a lighthouse in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. It is located at the tip of the Padrão, now the Point of Santo Antônio, to the extreme south of Salvador, at the entrance of the Bay of All Saints. The lighthouse was built at the center of the Santo Antônio da Barra Fort.
0.7 miE
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Church and Monastery of Our Lady of Grace, Salvador
17 min walk • The Church and Monastery of Our Lady of Grace is an 18th-century Roman Catholic church located in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. The church is dedicated to Our Lady of Grace and is part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of São Salvador da Bahia; it is owned and managed by the Mosteiro de São Bento.
1.3 miNE
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Theater
TCA - Teatro Castro Alves, Salvador
33 min walk • The Castro Alves Theater is a Brazilian theater. It is the largest and most important artistic center of Salvador, capital of the state of Bahia, and is located in Largo do Campo Grande.
~540 ftS
Beach
Porto da Barra Beach, Salvador
3 min walk • Porto da Barra Beach is located in Barra neighborhood in the city of Salvador, Brazil. It is located at the entrance of the Baía de Todos os Santos, is 300 metres, and ranges between numerous Portuguese colonial-period military fortifications.

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Which popular attractions are close to Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador?

Nearby attractions include Forte de São Diogo, Salvador (1 min walk), Church of Saint Antony of Barra, Salvador (2 min walk), Porto da Barra Beach, Salvador (3 min walk), The British Cemetery, Salvador (4 min walk).

How to get to Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador by public transport?

The nearest stations to Marco da Fundação da Cidade do Salvador:

Bus

Airosa Galvão • Lines: 0429 (20 min walk)