Rio's Santa Teresa neighborhood features favelas (right) contrasted with more affluent houses (left). The statue Christ the Redeemer, shrouded in clouds, is in the left background.

Jan 16, 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,

Mar 15, 2023 · Visiting a community to better understand the lives of the people who live there – that's the sort of positive impact tourism is supposed to have.

Mar 10, 2025 · Widespread poverty, in particular, has grown to be favela residents’ largest struggle, with economic hardship producing limits on food, healthcare and education.

Although the 1950s through the ’70s was a time of great strife for favela residents, several pivotal developments took place that contributed positively to their struggle to obta

Apr 25, 2017 · The Favela, also spelled as Favella, is the name given to the slums or shantytowns in and around the large cities of Brazil. There are many favelas existing around

Nov 10, 2025 · The term “favela” typically refers to informal settlements in Brazil, primarily found in urban areas. These are communities that often arise in places where tra

Favela 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 Provid...

Aug 21, 2025 · A favela tends to be ruled by drug traffickers or organized crime groups (militias) that set the rules and run the joint. The residents are protected by the drug lo

Jan 3, 2025 · Living in a favela presents unique challenges and opportunities. Despite hardships, these communities are known for their strong social bonds and vibrant cultures.