Salinas da Margarida

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Salinas da Margarida, Coastal municipality in Recôncavo Baiano, Brazil.

The municipality extends over 65 square kilometers along Todos os Santos Bay, encompassing districts of Dendê, Encarnação, Conceição de Salinas, Cairu, and Barra do Paraguaçu.

Salt production in Salinas da Margarida started in 1881 in Porto da Margarida village, establishing the foundation for the municipality's development and its current name.

Local artisans transform shellfish shells and fish scales into decorative pieces, including dolls, birds, flowers, necklaces, and earrings that represent regional craftsmanship.

Visitors can reach Salinas da Margarida by taking a 270-kilometer drive from Salvador or combining a ferry boat ride to Itaparica Island with ground transportation.

The municipality maintains substantial shrimp farming operations that generate employment opportunities and contribute significantly to the local economy.

Location: Bahia

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Shares border with: Saubara, Maragogipe, Itaparica, Jaguaripe, Salvador, Vera Cruz

GPS coordinates: -12.87083,-38.76389

Latest update: April 5, 2025 10:09

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