Christian places of worship in Salvador

Salvador's religious landscape features a diverse collection of Christian architecture, from 16th-century colonial Catholic churches to modern Baptist and Evangelical temples. This selection highlights significant sites like the historic Monte Serrat on the coast and the colonial chapels of the outlying islands, reflecting the city's long-standing spiritual heritage and varied denominational presence across its neighborhoods and coastal regions.

Christian Places of Worship — Map

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A

Igreja de Sant'Ana

Traditional Catholic church situated in the Rio Vermelho neighborhood.

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B

Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Monte Serrat

A 16th-century church located on the Ponta de Humaitá peninsula, recognized for its colonial architecture and National Historic Heritage status.

C

Igureja Batista do Garcia

Baptist place of worship located in the Garcia district.

D

Igreja Batista Manancial da Vida

Baptist church serving the local community.

E

Igreja Batista Gileade

Local Baptist congregation and place of worship.

F

Templo Adventista do 7º Dia Cosme de Farias

Seventh-day Adventist temple located in the Cosme de Farias neighborhood.

G

Capela Evangélica da Vila Militar

Evangelical chapel serving the military residential area.

H

Igreja Evangélica Renovada Filhos de Deus

Evangelical church and community worship center.

I

Igreja Tabernáculo Evangélico de Jesus

Evangelical temple providing religious services.

J

Capela de Nossa Senhora das Graças

Catholic chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Grace.

K

Congregação Cristã no Brasil

Branch of the Christian Congregation in Brazil.

L

Igreja Universal do Reino de Deus

Local branch of the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God.

M

Igreja do Bom Jesus

Historic church located on the Ilha dos Frades.

N

Igreja São Tomé

Church located in the São Tomé de Paripe coastal area.

O

Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Loreto

A 17th-century church on Ilha dos Frades featuring colonial architecture and a prominent waterfront position.

P

Igreja Nossa Senhora das Neves

A 16th-century colonial church situated on the Ilha de Maré, known for its historic significance and traditional design.

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