F A M O U S
L A N D M A R K S
Uruguay is a haven for architectural, artistic and historical
sights. And if you tire of being a tourist for the day, pack
your sunscreen and hit the miles of pristine beaches.
Faro de Colonia
del Sacramento
Towering 26,92m high, the
lighthouse at Colonia del
Sacramento offers superb
views of the surrounding
areas. Built on the ruins
of the 17th-century San
Francisco convent, it flashes
every eight seconds and
can be spotted 16,5 nautical
miles out to sea.
La Mano (The Hand)
Protruding from the beach at the coastal
resort of Punta del Este is this monster-sized
sculpted hand. Made from concrete and plastic
reinforced with steel bars and metal mesh,
Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal was inspired by
wanting to warn swimmers against drowning.
It won first prize in a monumental art contest
in 1982 and still remains in its original location,
largely untouched, today.
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Fortaleza de Santa Teresa
Barrio Histórico
A UNESCO world heritage site, the
Barrio Histórico is located in the
historic quarter of the city of Colonia
del Sacramento, one of the oldest
European settlements in the country.
Founded in 1680 by Portugal, the
city was integral in resisting the
Spanish but was lost a century later.
The architecture and design of the
persevered old town reflects the
fusion of Portugese and Spanish.
The Fortaleza de Santa Teresa is a
military fortification located 305km
northeast of Montevideo in the Rocha
Department of eastern Uruguay.
Situated within the Santa Teresa
National Park, the fort was built
in 1762 by the Portuguese. It’s a
fascinating place to learn about
the history of the country. The views
are spectacular and it is a highlight
among tourists in the summer.
Plaza Independencia
Montevideo’s Plaza Independencia (Spanish for Independence Square) is the
city’s most important plaza, housing a number of historical and modern buildings.
It separates the oldest part of the city, known as Ciudad Vieja, from downtown
Montevideo. A stroll here is a must to get a feel for the essence of the city.
TOP THINGS TO
DO IN URUGUAY
Take a trip to the sleepy fishing village
of Punta del Diablo, which some say
has the best beach in Uruguay.
Attend a ‘futból’ match at the stadium
in Montevideo, Estadio Centenari.
Stroll through the picturesque city
of Colonia del Sacramento.
Go celeb spotting at Punta del Este,
the ‘Hamptons of South America’.
Visit the thermal pools at Salto,
Uruguay’s second largest city.
Experience the night life and
carnival atmosphere so prevalent in
Montevideo (and learn how to tango!).
Get out into the countryside and
spend some time on an estancia
(the American equivalent of a ranch).
L E CCIÓ N
E S PA Ñ O L
(Spanish Lesson)
Keen to impress one of the
Uruguayan players after the
game? Here’s how to have a
(basic) conversation in Spanish.
Hello Hola
My name is... Me llamo...
What’s your name? Cómo te llamas?
Nice to meet you. Un placer conocerte.
Well done on a great game.
Felicitaciones por el partido.
Are you enjoying South Africa?
Te gusta Sudáfrica?
Do you have a girlfriend/wife?
Tienes novia/mujer?
Can I buy you a drink?
Te puedo invitar a tomar algo?
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