Bahia is one of the 26 states of Brazil, and is located in the northeastern part of the country on the Atlantic coast. The state is considered to possess the greatest and most distinctive African imprint, in terms of culture and customs, in Brazil. These include the Yoruba-derived religious system of Candomble, the martial art of capoeira (especially the style of Angola’s capoeira), African-derived music such as samba (especially Bahian samba's precursor samba-de-roda), afoxe, and axe, and a cuisine with strong links to western Africa. Bahia is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Brazil. Tourism and cultural activity are important generators of jobs and income, boosting the arts and the preservation of artistic and cultural heritage. The capital is the city of Salvador also known as Brazil's capital of happiness due to its easygoing population and countless popular outdoor parties, including its street carnival...