Favela (Portuguese: [faˈvɛlɐ]) is an umbrella name for several types of impoverished neighborhoods in Brazil. The term, which means slum or ghetto, was first used in the Slum of

May 7, 2026 · A favela is an informal urban settlement in Brazil built without oversight from public authorities and typically located within or on the outskirts of large cities,

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Mar 10, 2025 · Favelas, Brazil's informal settlements, have long struggled with poverty, crime, and systemic violence, reflecting the country's complex social and political histor

Even with the hardships, favela residents – like all Brazilians – are generally warm and welcoming. However, there are a few rules you should follow if you decide to visit. Adv

During the military dictatorship, some leaders of favela communities were tortured and killed. [1] In the late 1970s and early 1980s, population growth, the absence of the State an

May 18, 2026 · Once notorious no-go areas, Rio's sprawling favelas are now drawing more tourists than some of its most famous monuments. But is visiting safe and ethical?

The Origins of Rio’s Favelas and Early Activism The history of the favelas of Rio de Janeiro begins in the final years of the nineteenth century as Brazil transitioned from an em

May 20, 2026 · What is a favela? Brazil's 16 million informal-settlement residents explained — the history, land rights, economy and culture behind these communities.

Brazil's statistics and geography institute will start using “favelas and urban communities” to describe thousands of poor urban neighborhoods.