Brazilian Culture and Portuguese Language in Bahia
University of Alabama
CoursePOR 333
This course will emphasize the diverse and multicultural aspects of Brazil’s first capital city, Salvador da Bahia, as it has expanded and evolved over time, from the colonial period to the modern era. Students will explore historical and cultural sites such as Pelourinho, the Afro- Brazilian Museum, local markets, a quilombo (recreation of communities formed by escapes African slaves in the Brazilian hinterland) and Candomblé terreiros (Afro-Brazilian places of worship).
- Credits
6 credits
- Course Code
POR 333
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