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How big is the favelas in Rio de Janeiro?
The favelas take a large area, actually. However, the houses are small and close together.
Where are favelas located in Brazilian cities?
On the surroundings of big cities. (There are poor people even in the USA)
The rings of slums surrounding South America's large cities are known as?
favelas or barrios
Shantytowns in Brazil are called?
shantytowns in Brazil are called favelas
Where are favelas found?
Favelas are predominantly found in Brazil, particularly in urban areas like Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo. They are informal settlements characterized by poverty, overcrowding, and inadequate infrastructure.
Why are favelas called favelas?
They are called favelas because it comes from the flower "favela" because where the favela's are built (on hills and mountains) there would be a large amount of them growing where the shanty towns are.
What are ranchos and favelas?
Ranchos are small farms where as favelas (or favelos) are shanty towns, normally found in Brazil.
What is the Brazilian term for slum?
favelas
What are favelas made of in Brazil?
Favelas are made from any available materials, such as corrugated iron sheets, plastic, wood and even cardboard.
What does the future hold for favelas?
The future of favelas will vary depending on local government policies and social interventions. There are efforts to improve infrastructure, access to services, and promote community development in favelas to enhance the quality of life for residents. Continued efforts to address issues such as poverty, crime, and housing conditions will be key in shaping the future of favelas.
What are facts about favelas?
thereisvery bad hygiene
What sports do people play in the favelas?
football
