Inside FAVELAS of Rio de Janeiro - BRAZILIAN FOOD TOUR National Dish of Brazil! Yes, favelas are where a lot of crime happens. However, favelas across Brazil are home to some of the most hard working, friendly, happy, and creative people in Brazil as well. Rocinha - We first visited Rocinha, the biggest favela in Rio. The views, food, and people we met were fantastic. Morro da Providência - Next we met up with Jura, a legendary home cook and incredibly friendly person. Her nhoque de camarão and

2,500 Police, Soldiers Storm Rio Favelas in Massive Anti-Gang Raid; At Least 60 Killed, 81 Arrested About 2,500 police officers and soldiers stormed several Rio de Janeiro favelas in one of Brazil's largest-ever anti-gang raids, arresting 81 suspects and leaving at least 60 people dead. #brazil #riofaveles #riodejaneiro #antigangrain #northeastlive | Northeast Live