Why is Cairu, one of Brazil’s oldest cities, almost completely forgotten?
Sailing through the Cairu Archipelago in Bahia, we stumbled upon a city filled with history, stunning colonial architecture, and deep cultural roots—yet, for some reason, it rarely appears on official lists of Brazil’s oldest cities. Founded in 1535 and officially recognized as a town in 1608, Cairu is home to remarkable historical landmarks, like the Convent of Santo Antônio, one of the country’s earliest Baroque structures, along with ancient churches and relics dating back to the Age of Exploration.
In this episode, we take a slow, immersive journey through Cairu’s quiet streets, uncovering its hidden secrets and trying to understand why such a historically rich place remains off the radar.
Join us as we explore a Brazil that few people ever get to see!
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