Vidigal Favela, Rio de Janeiro
Local kids play soccer at the very top of Vidigal favela.
Vidigal Favela, Rio de Janeiro
Don't miss that kick...or your ball may be lost to the hillside.
Vidigal Favela, Rio de Janeiro
Showing off some serious juggling skills in Vidigal favela.
Vidigal Favela, Rio de Janeiro
Taking a break between games in Vidigal favela.
Vidigal Favela, Rio de Janeiro
Soccer practice-scenery included-on a Vidigal rooftop.
Ipanema beach, Rio de Janeiro
Playing Altinha on Ipanema beach. Object of the game? Don't let the ball touch the sand.
Ipanema beach, Rio de Janeiro
No lounging on the beach for him!
Leme beach, Rio de Janeiro
Keeping her eye on the ball at Leme beach.
Leme beach, Rio de Janeiro
Barefoot ball juggling on Leme beach.
Discovering Rio de Janeiro
National Geographic photographer Stephen Alvarez explore Rio de Janeiro's natural wonders, with Nokia Lumia.