Porto Seguro
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Porto Seguro

Brazil · Bahia

Porto Seguro is a coastal city in the south of Bahia, Brazil, on the stretch of shoreline known as the Discovery Coast, where Portuguese navigators first landed in 1500. Its hilltop historic center preserves colonial churches and colorful houses. The city is a major beach destination, known for lively beach clubs, nightlife and easy access to the nearby villages of Arraial d'Ajuda and Trancoso.

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Local time
UTC-3 · 3 h ahead of Costa Rica
Region
Bahia
Main language
Portuguese
On the map
16.44° S, 39.07° W

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