Salvador is the first colonial Capital of Brazil and is one of the oldest cities in the county and even in the New World. The historic name of Salvador is "São Salvador da Baía de Todos os Santos" which means in English the Holy Savior of All Saints' Bay.

Salvador is situated at the northeast coast of Brazil and is the capital of the Northeastern Brazilian state of Bahia. Salvador is found on a small, roughly triangular peninsula. The city is known as Brazil's capital of happiness and is the third most popular Brazilian City.

Salvador is also the wealthiest in the northeastern region of Brazil. They city is known for its music, architecture and cuisine. 80%of the population of the metropolitan part of Salvador is of Black African ancestry.

Salvador is a rich agricultural land and industrial region and is a major export port. The terrain of Salvador ranges from flat to rolling hills and low mountains.