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This has led to the growth of shanty towns, which are called favelas in Brazil. Rocinha is the largest favela in Brazil. It is located in the southern zone of the city. It is built on a steep ...

Priced out of Rio's favelas, Brazil's poorest communities are squatting in abandoned government buildings. Despite billions of dollars pledged by the authorities to improve housing, Rio's poorest ...

A description of the largest of the favelas in Rio de Janeiro; Rocinha, where 100,000 people live. The former wooden shacks have been upgraded to permanent dwellings with some modern services ...

At just 18, Kallen Roy embarked on an unforgettable journey to Brazil, opting for a £6.50-a-night Airbnb in one of Rio de Janeiro’s iconic favelas. Despite the area’s dangerous reputation, Kallen ...

Life may have slowed down in recent weeks, but it certainly hasn't stopped yet in Paraisópolis, one of Sao Paulo's biggest favelas. Residents are still running errands, and motorbikes are still ...