Uruguay - Wikipedia
WebUruguay (/ ˈ jʊər ə ɡ w aɪ / ⓘ YOOR-ə-gwy, Spanish: [uɾuˈɣwaj] ⓘ), officially the Oriental Republic of Uruguay (Spanish: República Oriental del Uruguay), is a country in South America.
Uruguay | History, Capital, Flag, Population, Map, Climate, & Facts ...
Web5 days ago · Uruguay, country located on the southeastern coast of South America. The second smallest country on the continent, Uruguay has long been overshadowed politically and economically by the adjacent republics of Brazil and Argentina, with both of which it has many cultural and historical similarities.
Uruguay travel - Lonely Planet | South America
WebProgressive, stable, safe and culturally sophisticated, Uruguay offers visitors opportunities to experience everyday ‘not made for tourists’ moments, whether caught in a cow-and-gaucho (cowboy) traffic jam on a dirt road to nowhere or strolling with maté-toting locals along Montevideo’s beachfront.
Uruguay - World Factbook Glyph
WebMay 7, 2024 · Uruguay rates high for most development indicators and is known for its secularism, liberal social laws, and well-developed social security, health, and educational systems. It is one of the few countries in Latin America and the Caribbean where the entire population has access to clean water.
Uruguay country profile - BBC News
WebMay 4, 2023 · Provides an overview of Uruguay, including key dates and facts about this South American country.
Top things to do in Montevideo, Uruguay - Lonely Planet
WebOct 25, 2022 · 1. Enjoy sand and surf on Montevideo’s beaches. Montevideo is surrounded by the wide Río de la Plata, and the most popular beach in town is Playa de Los Pocitos, which offers soft sand and volleyball courts. This true city beach is framed by the waterfront buildings of the namesake Pocitos neighborhood.
Uruguay - The World Factbook
WebDec 22, 2021 · Southern South America, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Argentina and Brazil. Geographic coordinates. 33 00 S, 56 00 W. Map references. South America. Area. total: 176,215 sq km. land: 175,015 sq km. water: 1,200 sq km. country comparison to the world: 91. Area - comparative.
Uruguay: 10 reasons to visit a South American treasure | CNN
WebApr 2, 2017 · Beach-hopping — There are more than a dozen beaches to choose from in Punta del Este, from surfer hot spots El Chileno and El Emir to nudist-friendly Chihuahua. Uruguay Ministry of Tourism....
Uruguay – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WebKnown for its colonial-era historic districts in Colonia and Montevideo, amazing beaches on the Atlantic Coast, its socially progressive society, and beef production, Uruguay is a true gem among South American nations, as it boasts a level of stability that few countries on the continent can match. Regions [ edit]
Uruguay summary | Britannica
WebUruguay is the only South American country lying entirely outside the tropics. Its topography consists mainly of low plateaus and low hilly regions. The principal waterway is the Negro River; the Uruguay River forms the country’s entire western border with Argentina. Mineral and energy resources are limited.
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