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Tavares Bastos

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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Tavares Bastos, a unique and relatively small favela nestled in the hills of the Catete neighborhood. In the context of our STANDARD Rio de Janeiro tour, Tavares Bastos represents a distinct narrative within the city’s…

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  2. 2The Maze and the Cultural Bridge

    One cannot discuss Tavares Bastos without mentioning 'The Maze', an extraordinary architectural and cultural landmark. Founded by the late British artist Bob Nadkarni, this labyrinthine structure started as a simple house and…

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  3. 3Cinematic Vistas and the Urban Fabric

    The unique visual character of Tavares Bastos has not gone unnoticed by the world of cinema. This favela has served as the backdrop for numerous international films and music videos, including 'The Incredible Hulk' and Snoop…

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  4. 4Closing

    Our exploration of Tavares Bastos concludes as we reach the historic streets of Catete. This descent has offered a window into a side of Rio that is often overshadowed by larger favelas. …

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What is Tavares Bastos?

Tavares Bastos is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-22.9258, -43.1818
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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