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- Rio de Janeiro recorded record tourism in 2025, with 12.5 million visitors.
- Tourists are increasingly seeking tours in the city's favelas.
- Local guide Vitor Oliveira shifted from motorcycle taxi driving to tourism to capitalize on the influx.
- Viral social media videos boosted interest in Rocinha, featuring Paraguayan Oscar Jara and global superstar Rosalía.
- Tour guides aim to educate visitors about the history and culture of favela communities.
