The movie impresses with its gritty and realistic portrayal of the favelas, whose children face an uphill struggle to stay ...

There are more than 300 hiking trails in this iconic South American city. When people think of Rio de Janeiro, they think of its beautiful beaches, bossa nova, and the infamous Christ The Redeemer.

Rio de Janeiro: the wonderful city with a thousand colours. On the Atlantic coast, Rio de Janeiro is a sunny city, where life ...

Rio de Janeiro’s notorious Cidade de Deus favela was immortalized in the 2002 film bearing its name in English, “City of God.” The movie was critically acclaimed for its depiction of gang ...

“City of God” is a harrowing depiction of the rise of organized crime and gang violence in the Cidade de Deus favela, or slum, of Rio de Janeiro.Released in 2002, the Brazilian film earned four ...

The natural world is a constant source of pleasure in Rio de Janeiro – the colossal rocks that tower like ancestral gods at the end of every street, the rainforest encroaching all around, the ...

Rio de Janeiro is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. I always joke with my friends that if it wasn't for the crime, inequality and dysfunctional economy, it would be the best place on ...

While visiting Rio de Janeiro during Carnival is a must for anyone who wants to experience “the greatest show on Earth” through countless street parties and parades, the city also offers ...

Rio de Janeiro’s notorious Cidade de Deus favela was immortalized in the 2002 film bearing its name in English, “City of God.” The movie was critically acclaimed for its depiction of gang ...