Dare to discover the youngest capital of Latin America: Montevideo. To discover it, you have to go back to its origins being divided into three: the “Old City”, the “New City” and the “Open City”. This walking tour begins in the Plaza de la Independencia, where the emblematic “Palacio Salvo” is located. After going through the “Puerta de la Ciudadela”, ancient remains of the outer walls of Montevideo, you will visit the Solís Theater, the charming pedestrian area, the Torres García Museum and the “Puro Verso” library. You will continue through the Plaza de la Constitución and the Carnival Museum, where you can discover the Spanish tradition and the African roots of the Uruguayan Carnival. Finally, enjoy a typical Uruguayan grill in the lively port market 🙂
Montevideo not only has the old city of the colonial era, it also has its modern side. Come and discover its wide and wooded streets, shopping centers and residences. From Independence Square you can admire the modern buildings, with their diversity of styles, you will continue with the Fabiani Square or “Plaza del Entrevero” and the Legislative Palace (Congress), a multi-colored marble building, one of the most sumptuous in Latin America. Finally you will continue to the “Open City”, with its green parks and the famous “Centennial Stadium”.
Come and stroll through Punta del Este, an internationally renowned seaside resort that offers a landscape of particular beauty. The unique mix of architecture, sea and forests, the landscape contrasts of the region and the good humor of its inhabitants give this city a relaxed and sophisticated air at the same time. You can explore the most famous places such as Atlántida and Piriápolis, the “Rambla de los Argentinos”, Casapueblo and the residential areas of Beverly Hills, San Rafael and Cantegril Golf. Finally you will discover the very curious “undulating” bridge of the “Barra” of Maldonado and the center of the peninsular city, in particular Gorlero, to finish with some shopping 🙂
Come and discover Colonia del Sacramento, founded in January 1680 and which reflects the long territorial conflict between Spain and Portugal. Its past has left a strong cultural and architectural mark, a mixture of Spanish and Portuguese influences, so in 1995, it was declared a Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. With this experience you can visit all its corners full of history.
