Wedding traditions of Salvador
In Salvador, Catholic and Candomble traditions share the wedding of Afro-Brazilian families.
Salvador is the centre of Afro-Brazilian culture, and weddings may include Candomble blessings alongside church ceremonies. The city has baroque churches and a strong musical life.
A wedding here
Bahian weddings often use white, and brides may wear a turban or traditional Bahian lace in a folkloric wedding. Capoeira and axe music may be performed.
Food
Moqueca and acaraje are Bahian staples at feasts. Sweet cocada and a bem-casado round out the dessert.
Wedding customs of Salvador
Also part of it, and being written: Candomble (An Afro-Brazilian religion.), Acaraje (A Bahian fritter.), Capoeira (A martial art and dance.), Bem-casado (A wedding sweet.).
A wedding trail idea for Salvador
- Pelourinho The historic centre.
- Church of Our Lord of Bonfim A pilgrimage church.
- Sao Francisco Church A baroque church.
Written by the EveryShaadi desk with AI assistance. Opening hours, venues and wedding-season dates change; check locally before travelling. Customs differ from place to place and family to family. If this is your tradition and we have it wrong, tell us.
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