Uruguay
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In this Article
- Introduction
- Brief History
- Geography
- Regions
- Cities
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Weather
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Red Tape
- Money
- Work
- Study
- Language
- Eat
- Sleep
- Drink
- Health
- Safety
- Keep Connected
Quick Facts
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- Capital
- Montevideo
- Population
- 3,300,000
- Government
- Republic
- Religions
- Christianity (Catholic)
- Languages
- Spanish
- Calling Code
- +598
- Nationality
- Uruguayan, Oriental
Introduction
Though it doesn't have all the dramatic scenery its neighbours have, Uruguay does boast 320 km (200 mi) worth of beaches on the Atlantic. And it is these beaches which Uruguay has tactfully fashioned into attractive destinations for tourists. The picturesque waterside capital, Montevideo, is an obvious destination, with its colonial architecture, modern downtown area and fine beaches. But travellers will find a trip to Uruguay warrants excursions to its many other highlights, from the elegant old Portuguese fortress town Colonia, to Parque Santa Teresa, the popular national park that straddles the border with Brazil.
Brief History
Regions
Administratively, Uruguay consists of 19 departments. These can be grouped into 4 regions based on social and geographic factors.[1]
- The Interior is the largest region.
- The Littoral
- Greater Montevideo
- The Coast
Cities
- Montevideo - The capital.
- Colonia del Sacramento - A small colonial town, perfectly restored and an easy daytrip from Buenos Aires.
- Punta del Este - The place to be for the jetset and beachlovers.
- Salto
- Paysandú
- Treinta Y Tres
- Fray Bentos
- Melo
- Mercedes
Sights and Activities
Events and Festivals
Weather
Getting There
By Plane
Uruguay's primary airport is Montevideo Carrasco International Airport (website in Spanish) (MVD), which serves flights to and from North and Central America, the rest of [[South America, and Spain.
PLUNA Airlines (website in Spanish) is the national airline, and operates flights to places in South America and Spain.
By Train
By Car
By Bus
By Boat
Red Tape
Money
Work
Study
Language
Eat
Sleep
Drink
Health
Safety
References
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