I built a house in a slum in Rio with the help of local friends. I first made this page because I didn't want to keep sending individual updates and photos... and it evolved into a way to share my experience with friends, family and everyone. enjoy!
I got to know Vidigal through an NGO (Portuguese - ONG) in Vidigal where I volunteer as an English/Music teacher. It is called SER Alzira de Aleluia, a heavenly organization that I recommend to anyone. Friend them http://pt-br.facebook.com/people/Ser-Alzira-de-Aleluia/100001031300008 or find out more http://seralziradealeluia.weebly.com/index.html
Vidigal (left) in all its glory. A bustling slum with the best view in Rio. I didn’t take this picture
The view is even better from the top. I am the proud creator of this picture
where that nifty A on the map is where Vidigal is in relation to Rio. Thank you Google Maps.
Landon! wow, it's been forever since I last saw you, I can't believe you're back in Brazil, living in Vidigal no less, lol. I loved your blog, you should keep updating it. I'll actually be in Rio starting this July, studying at PUC finally like I wanted to :). If you're still in Rio we should meet up! Hope life is good.
ReplyDeletecongrats man !! im from rio and i ve just been there his house is actually pretty cool. The view is the best form rio for sure. I would like to make an party out there do you have his phone number ? so i can rent the house for one day ? if you want you can write an email for me jose.marinho@btgpactual.com
ReplyDeletethanks a lots.