Dique do Tororó
A lakeside park in the city center with eight giant Candomblé orixá statues standing in the water. The lakeside path is good for walking.
The Dique do Tororó is the only natural lake in central Salvador. In the 17th century, during the Dutch invasion, a dam was built here to create part of the city's defensive water system. In the middle of the lake stand eight orixá statues, each about 7 meters tall, created by artist Tati Moreno. They depict Candomblé deities including Oxóssi, Iemanjá and Ogum, and are clad in metal-plate garments. At night, their lights reflect on the water, creating a dreamlike effect. The loop around the lake is about 2.5 km and has walking and bike paths, a children's playground and pedal boats, plus snack stalls along the shore. It sits next to the Arena Fonte Nova stadium and is about a 10-minute taxi ride from Pelourinho. It feels safe in the daytime when there are many visitors, but avoid walking alone at night.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Arena Fonte Nova
- Monastery of São Bento
- Church and Convent of São Francisco
- Rio Branco Palace
- Cathedral Basilica & Terreiro de Jesus
- Balé Folclórico da Bahia
- Afro-Brazilian Museum
- Lacerda Elevator