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Life in the favela of Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro

Life in the favela of Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro
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  • Life in the favela of Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro
  • Duration: 04:00
  • 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, and residents constantly improve their homes through a process of 'self-help'. We are introduced to a typical Rocinha family who migrated to Rio from the countryside. The family members describe how they make a living, and reflect on the quality of life in the favela.
  • Subject:

    Geography

       Topic:

    Urban: Settlements

  • Keywords: urban, LEDC, city, Rio de Janeiro, shanty town, favela, Rocinha, Brazil
Ideas for use in class
  • Consider finding Rocinha in Google Earth - search for Conrado, Rio de Janeiro and find the favela 2km to the east. The single bus route mentioned can be easily seen. Students may enjoy completing a piece of creative writing about favela life.
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  • Clip language : English
  • Aspect ratio : 4x3
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