Favela Rocinha
March 3rd 2006 Favelas are regions of big cities in Brazil, where the poorest population leaves, and considered the most dangerous places to be in.
Local bands control the favela, and the police is usually afraid to enter a favela, and if it does enter it - only in big forces.
My hostel organized a tour to one of the favelas in Rio, with a local guide.
This is absolutely safe, as he has an agreement of protecti
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