# Pirajá (Battle site)

Salvador, Brazil

Pirajá, now a Salvador neighborhood, was the site of the decisive battle of November 8, 1822, in Bahia's war of independence. Brazilian forces held off a Portuguese assault, a turning point on the road to freedom.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Pirajá (Battle site), with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: -12.89, -38.45

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