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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.
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Shantytowns in Brazil are called?
shantytowns in Brazil are called favelas
The rings of slums surrounding South America's large cities are known as?
favelas or barrios
What are favelas?
Favelas are informal settlements or shantytowns in Brazil, typically found on the outskirts of major cities. They are characterized by high population density, poor infrastructure, and inadequate access to basic services like water and sanitation. Favelas often face social stigmatization and are associated with poverty and crime.
What are ranchos and favelas?
Ranchos are small farms where as favelas (or favelos) are shanty towns, normally found in Brazil.
What is the term for the areas of extreme poverty around Brazil's major cities?
The slums around Brazilian cities are called favelas.
What is the Brazilian term for slum?
favelas
Where are Brazilian shanty towns?
Brazilian shanty towns, known as favelas, are predominantly located in major cities such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. They are often found on hillsides or near urban areas with poor infrastructure and limited access to basic services.
What are favelas made of in Brazil?
Favelas are made from any available materials, such as corrugated iron sheets, plastic, wood and even cardboard.
How big is the favelas in Rio de Janeiro?
The favelas take a large area, actually. However, the houses are small and close together.
What are facts about favelas?
thereisvery bad hygiene
What sports do people play in the favelas?
football
What problems do residents in favelas face?
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