As fitas do Bonfim are colorful ribbons tied to the Igreja do Bonfim in Salvador, Brazil, they symbolize faith and devotion. Visitors often tie these ribbons around their wrists or the church's gates, making wishes or prayers as they do so. Each color represents different intentions, such as love, health, or prosperity. The tradition originates from the Candomblé religion and has become a popular cultural practice. Once the ribbons wear off and fall away, it is believed that the wishes tied to them will be granted, reinforcing the connection between the physical and spiritual realms.