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Uruguay Uruguay Last Updated: 04/04/2023 |
| Uruguay is a small country located in the southeastern region of South America, bordered by Brazil to the north, Argentina to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south and east. Its capital and largest city is Montevideo. | |
| Uruguay has a population of approximately 3.5 million people and is known for its progressive social policies, stable economy, and high standard of living. The country has a long history of democracy, and is often cited as one of the most politically and socially stable countries in South America. Uruguay has a diverse economy that is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and services. Its main exports include beef, wool, rice, and soybeans. The country is also a popular tourist destination, with its beaches, historic cities, and cultural attractions drawing visitors from around the world. In terms of culture, Uruguay is known for its rich literary tradition, with writers such as Mario Benedetti, Eduardo Galeano, and Juan Carlos Onetti gaining international recognition. The country also has a strong tradition of music, with tango and candombe being popular genres. Uruguay is a member of several international organizations, including the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, and the Union of South American Nations. | |
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Santa Teresa National Park Place » Outdoors On the coast of the Atlantic Ocean in Rocha, Uruguay, is the Santa Teresa National Park, between the spas of Punta del Diablo and La Coronilla. It is an immense park of 3000 hectares of extension, of which 1400 are covered with forest, populated with more than 2 million exotic and native trees. A place where history and nature merge to offer an unforgettable walk. 25 views 💖 1Ruta Nacional Nº 9, 27100 Rocha, Departamento de Rocha, Uruguay |
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Punta Ballena Place » Tourism Punta Ballena is a small peninsula (punta) and a resort (balneario). Punta Ballena is an important tourist attraction on the coast of RÃo de la Plata in the Maldonado Department of southeastern Uruguay. It comprises an approximately 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) long stripe of beaches and landforms and extends on both sides of Route 10. 230 views 💖 1Uruguay |
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Fortress of Santa Teresa Place » Historical Place The Fortress of Santa Teresa is a historic military fort located in Rocha, a department in southeastern Uruguay. It was built in the late 18th century by the Spanish colonial authorities to protect the region from potential invasions by Portuguese forces from Brazil. 228 views 💖 1Rocha, Uruguay |
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La Mano de Punta del Este Place » Outdoors La Mano, also known as "Los Dedos" (The Fingers) or "Monumento al Ahogado" (Monument to the Drowned), is a famous sculpture located in Punta del Este, a resort town in southeastern Uruguay. The sculpture was created by Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal and was installed on the beach in 1982. 305 views 💖 120100 Punta del Este, Maldonado Department, Uruguay |