Bahia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
State of Bahia
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| Motto(s):
"Per ardua surgo"
(Pela dificuldade venço) |
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Location of State of Bahia in Brazil
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| Country |  Brazil |
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| Capital and largest city | Salvador | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 567,295 km2 (219,034 sq mi) | ||
| Area rank | 5th | ||
| Population
(2010 census)
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| • Total | 14,016,906 | ||
| • Rank | 4th | ||
| • Density | 24.708319/km2 (63.99425/sq mi) | ||
| • Density rank | 12th | ||
| Demonym(s) | Baiano | ||
| GDP | |||
| • Year | 2006 estimate | ||
| • Total | R$ 137,075,000,000 (6th) | ||
| • Per capita | R$ 9,779.26 (19th) | ||
| HDI | |||
| • Year | 2005 | ||
| • Category | 3.913 <very high> | ||
| Time zone | UTC-3 (BRT) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-2 (BRST) | ||
| Postal code |
40000-000 to 48990-000
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| ISO 3166 code | BR-BA | ||
| Website | bahia.ba.gov.br | ||
Bahia is a large state located in the northeastern part of Brazil. It sits right on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean coast. Bahia is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural landscapes.
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Exploring Bahia's Land
The capital city of Bahia is Salvador. Many other important cities are found here, like Feira de Santana, Vitória da Conquista, Itabuna, Ilhéus, and Juazeiro. Most of Bahia's land is about 200 meters (650 feet) above the sea level. The longest river in Bahia is the São Francisco River. Did you know that Salvador used to be the capital of Brazil? It was the capital from 1549 to 1763.
How Bahia Makes Money
Bahia is one of the richest states in Brazil, ranking sixth overall. The state's economy is based on several key areas. These include industry, agriculture, and animal husbandry (raising animals). Tourism is also very important, as many people visit Bahia's beaches and historic sites. Mining for valuable resources and various services also help the economy grow.
Bahia's Amazing Culture
Bahia is famous for having the strongest African influence in Brazil. This can be seen in its unique culture and customs.
Martial Arts and Music
One example is capoeira, a special martial art that combines fighting, dance, and music. Bahia is also the birthplace of many African-derived music styles. These include samba, afoxé, and axé. These musical forms are a big part of daily life and celebrations in Bahia.
Delicious Food
Acarajé is a very popular street food in Bahia. It is made from mashed black-eyed peas, fried in palm oil, and often filled with shrimp. Acarajé is more than just food; it is a symbol of Bahia's rich culture and history.
| States of Brazil |  |
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| Acre | Alagoas | Amapá | Amazonas | Bahia | Ceará | Espírito Santo | Goiás | Maranhão | Mato Grosso | Mato Grosso do Sul | Minas Gerais | Pará | Paraíba | Paraná | Pernambuco | Piauí | Rio de Janeiro | Rio Grande do Norte | Rio Grande do Sul | Rondônia | Roraima | Santa Catarina | São Paulo | Sergipe | Tocantins | |
| Federal District: Brazilian Federal District | |
Images for kids
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Fumaça Waterfall.
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Colonial Portuguese architecture in Pelourinho, Salvador
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View of Salvador.
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View of Morro de São Paulo.
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Arraial D'Ajuda coast in Porto Seguro
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Chapada Diamantina National Park.
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Historic Centre of Salvador.
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São Marcelo Fort, in the capital of the state.
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Beach in Itacaré.
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Itaparica Island.
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Faculty of Medicine of the Federal University of Bahia.
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People in Bonfim Church. Religion in Bahia is a syncretic mix of European Catholicism and African religions.
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Cotton in Luís Eduardo Magalhães
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Cocoa in Ilhéus
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Coconut production
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Sugarcane in Bahia
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Soy plantation in Barreiras
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Pineapples plantation
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Goats in Araci
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Alstom factory in Camaçari
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Hydrogen Unit at the Camaçari Petrochemical Complex
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Hydroelectric power plant in Sobradinho.
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Airport of Ilhéus.
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Hydroelectric plant of Paulo Afonso
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Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA).
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BR-101 highway in Bahia
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Port of Salvador
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Itaipava Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador.
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See also
In Spanish: Estado de Bahía para niños
