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Montevideo is the capital and the largest city of Uruguay, in South America. The city is situated on the country’s southern coast and is a popular destination with its forward thinking approach, beautiful architecture, and lively atmosphere.
Old City
The Old City of Montevideo (Ciudad Vieja) is the oldest part of the city and has several sights to enjoy. Up until 1829 the whole of the old city was enclosed behind a city wall but this was knocked down and now only the gateway to the old city, The Gateway of Ciudadela, remains.
Inside the boundaries of the old city there are still numerous beautiful colonial buildings and architecture to see. Plaza Independencia is a large and impressive square that actually divides the old city from the newer downtown district of Montevideo. Surrounding the square are several of the city’s most important buildings including Estevez Palace – the oldest workplace of the president that was built in 1873 and now also serves as a museum.
In the centre of the square is the Artigas Mausoleum where the remains of one of Uruguay’s heroes, Jose Artigas are kept in a room underneath the statue. You can get a great view of this statue, the square and parts of the Montevideo as a while from Palacio Salvo. Palacio Salvo was built from 1925 to 1928 and was originally intended as a hotel; though this never happened it did rise to fame as the tallest building in South America at the time of construction, and the views are still great from the tower.
Constitution Square is the oldest plaza in Montevideo and there are several important buildings surrounding this square also: Montevideo Cabildo is one – this was used as the government house during colonial times and is now a museum. The other building is the Montevideo Metropolitan Cathedral, dating from the 1700’s.
Montevideo Beaches
Though Montevideo is a bustling city it is home to several very nice, and popular beaches. This makes the city appeal to an even wider audience as you can enjoy a day of sightseeing followed by a day on the beach!
Flights to Montevideo
Being the capital city, Montevideo is home to Uruguay’s main international airport. The Carrasco International Airport (airport code: MVD) is situated just 13 miles from the city centre and is accessible via public bus services or by taxi. Flights to Montevideo from the UK are available with several airlines, all with at least one connection. Airlines include Iberia, British Airways, TAM Linhas Aereas and Pluna Linease Aereas Uruguayas. Airlines take several different routes, Iberia’s flight to Montevideo travels via Spain, whereas TAM Linhas Aereas goes via Brazil.Montevideo Tourist Attractions
Montevideo offers a lot for visiting tourists to discover, including both old and new parts to the city and a forward thinking attitude not often seen in Latin American countries. Uruguay was the first country to legalise same sex marriages, so it’s social reforms like this that surprise some visitors, and make this a welcoming city to visit for others.Old City
The Old City of Montevideo (Ciudad Vieja) is the oldest part of the city and has several sights to enjoy. Up until 1829 the whole of the old city was enclosed behind a city wall but this was knocked down and now only the gateway to the old city, The Gateway of Ciudadela, remains.
Inside the boundaries of the old city there are still numerous beautiful colonial buildings and architecture to see. Plaza Independencia is a large and impressive square that actually divides the old city from the newer downtown district of Montevideo. Surrounding the square are several of the city’s most important buildings including Estevez Palace – the oldest workplace of the president that was built in 1873 and now also serves as a museum.
In the centre of the square is the Artigas Mausoleum where the remains of one of Uruguay’s heroes, Jose Artigas are kept in a room underneath the statue. You can get a great view of this statue, the square and parts of the Montevideo as a while from Palacio Salvo. Palacio Salvo was built from 1925 to 1928 and was originally intended as a hotel; though this never happened it did rise to fame as the tallest building in South America at the time of construction, and the views are still great from the tower.
Constitution Square is the oldest plaza in Montevideo and there are several important buildings surrounding this square also: Montevideo Cabildo is one – this was used as the government house during colonial times and is now a museum. The other building is the Montevideo Metropolitan Cathedral, dating from the 1700’s.
Montevideo Beaches
Though Montevideo is a bustling city it is home to several very nice, and popular beaches. This makes the city appeal to an even wider audience as you can enjoy a day of sightseeing followed by a day on the beach!