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The formation of Afro-Brazilian religions, diaspora, persecution, religious racism, recognition and relations with Brazilian society.

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Baiana de acarajé em traje branco tradicional junto ao tabuleiro com acarajés, diante de casario histórico, com silhueta do Brasil ao fundo.
History & Society15/09/20266 min read

Craft of the Baianas de Acarajé: what Iphan protects beyond food and why the registration became nationwide

The registration recognizes knowledge, religiosity, clothing, the vending tray, work, and transmission — and since 2022 covers Brazil wherever the practice is identified.

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