Uruguay


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Colonial ArchitectureImage Code:
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Artigas Statue  
Montevideo Main square Montevideo Capitol

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
     
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Uruguay is located in the La Plata river and although a small state it has a unique culture, tradition and beautiful landscapes.

 

 

 

 

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  Main cities

Montevideo: Capital city

Punta del Este: head down to one of the most beautiful beaches in south america

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  What to Do

Montevideo: capital city, nice place to watch locals, shopping and eating.

Colonia: small city who's historical neighborhood remains intact from colony times, hence its name.

Punta del Este: vacation beach

 

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  Travel Tips

Public transportation in Uruguay is safe and fast, very good buses are available. To cross to/from Argentina you may use the Ferry which depart from Montevideo and Colonia to Buenos Aires

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  What to Buy

Leather, Mate and cheap clothes are among the prefered shops in Montevideo

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  Food

Chivito:

Chivitos are thinly sliced beef steaks sandwiches with absolutely every thing on top. A typical "completo" will include:
Steak
lettuce
Tomato
Onion
Boiled or fried egg
Pickles
Olives
Ham
Cheese
Bacon
Green peas
and of course fried potatoes

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