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Rio's Favelas Become Hot Tourist Destination as Visitors Seek Cultural Immersion

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The Associated Press

11:29 JST, January 29, 2026

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — As record numbers of tourists descend upon Rio de Janeiro, many are looking beyond the city’s iconic landmarks, seeking instead local tours in the city’s favelas to learn more about the often-stigmatized territories that are also beacons of urban culture and art.

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