Rocinha

Rocinha is the largest favela (informal settlement) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with a population of around 100,000 to 150,000 residents. Located on a hillside, it features densely packed housing, narrow streets, and vibrant community life. Despite its challenges, Rocinha has a strong social fabric, local businesses, schools, and some improved infrastructure. It exists between poverty and resilience, reflecting the complexities of urban growth, economic disparity, and community adaptability in Brazil. Efforts for development and integration continue, but Rocinha remains a symbol of both urban inequality and vibrant cultural identity.