Rocinha is a well-known favela in Rio de Janeiro.
It is now developing as a 'viral' tourist destination.
This Guardian article looks at the people who are drawn to a particular rooftop terrace which provides a dramatic view over the favela, and the impact this is having on local people. This is changing some people's lives for the better by providing a source of income.
The terrace is known as the Porta do Céu (Gateway to Heaven).
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