One of the points of the Brazilian Northeast surfing, Ilheus also has calm waters, such as the beaches of Millionaires, South and St Michael's, a favorite of the locals and tourists.
Were the vagaries of nature - the cocoa is typically equatorial, but in Ilheus adapted better to order - that allowed the city to reach its peak in the early 20th century The time of the memories are still present in the Old Town, full of mansions and palaces erected by the barons in neoclassical style. However, some are in disrepair.
Cocoa
Former section for the wealthy merchants also remain standing, as the Vesuvius Bar and Cabaret Bataclan, in the works of distinguished adopted son Jorge Amado. In honor of the writer who so well portrayed the beauty and the stories of the city, the residence where he spent his childhood was transformed into the House of Culture.
Vesuvius Jorge Amado
The taste of the golden age also was not lost. Some farms in the region are open to visitors and allow to know the process of cocoa cultivation from planting to post-harvest process, including of course a tasting.
Cocoa Farm
Even the first factory of homemade chocolates Northeast works in full swing, offering the delights with fillings and various forms.
Homemade chocolate
The historical and cultural richness of the region reflected in nature. It is in Ilhéus Park Road which is the first ecological highway of the country, with pristine beaches, mangroves and waterfalls.
Praias
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