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Nosso Senhor do Bonfim church

Praca Senhor do Bonfim, s/n | Bonfim, Salvador, State of Bahia 40425-360, Brazil
(71) 3316-2196
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Ranked #15 of 127 attractions in Salvador
Type: Churches/ Cathedrals
Description: Tue-Thu & Sat 6.30am-6pm, Fri & Sun 5.30am-6pm
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Santiago, Chile
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

As most churches in Salvador, Bonfim is magnificent as far as colonial Catholic architecture goes. The inside is rich in gold and ornamented walls. Yet, THE reason for which it should not be missed is the room in which believers go "pay" Senhor do Bonfim their respect for having healed them. It's a room full of wax body parts stuck... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

or whatever it is that sells plastic limbs that hang from the ceiling! and the room with the foto's and prayers from the sick and the soccer teams! Remarkable pilgrimage destination.

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

There are other churches in Salvador that are definitely more beautiful than Senhor do Bonfim. However, this one impresses for the devotion, adoration of the people.

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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

The church is sumptuous and beautiful as well. However, there is an infinite number of sellers who want to push you all kinds of souvenirs thet you can imagine (and the worst) for an absurd price. Do not buy anything in the church, take an afternoon to go to market model, the price is much better.

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Colombo, Sri Lanka
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

It's a beautiful church and it attracts a number of people who look to be healed. The church moves you through its silence. Worth a visit.

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Calangute, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2013

Amazing the church, the numerous colored ribbons tied up as offering catches your attention. One has to offer for good luck and plenty of young ones selling a bunch o colored ribbons. Amazing display of offerings due Miracles in a side room next to the altar.....i believe very holy place with plenty of blessings. Also a good view of the... More

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Brooklyn, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

I must say it was one of the most interesting churches we have ever been. We visited the room featuring people's players with displayed body parts symbolizing their disease

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Maputo, Mozambique
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2012

The main reason why we used the Salvador Bus (hop on hop off) was because they had a stop at this Church, which is well worth it. the church is beautiful, and its fence with all the coloured ribbons is quite amazing. Another interesting section is where all the testimonies of people are put up who were cured.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2012

One of the most important Churches in Salvador in a very interesting part of town. The church is quite small with colorful ribbons on the outside fence. Interesting testimony letters and pictures from people who were cured on the inside. A must see if you are in Salvador. Best way to see is to take a 3-4 hour organized trip... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2012

This is a pilgrimage church and you have to go inside and see all the ex-votos and photos of people thankful to Nosso Senhor do Bonfim for his help, intervention or miracle.

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