Travel guide book to Uruguay_Gali Shenkar

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Cabo Polonio The place to slow down! Take in the natural beauty, walk everywhere barefoot, surf, watch the sun go down and completely switch off from the outside craziness of the world we live in today. 2

Cabo Polonio retains the raw, natural beauty of the Rocha region on Uruguay’s Atlantic coastline. There’s no running water into the village. Instead drinking water is sourced from wells, rainwater is collected and ground water filtered using plants. There’s no mains electricity to any building other than the lighthouse. There’s no roads as we know them. Sandy trails serve as a means of getting around for residents, visitors and horses alike. Unlike any other village we know of, the only way of visiting Cabo Polonio is by walking at least 7 kilometres or taking one of the official 4×4 trucks in. Residents are fiercely protective of their off-grid lifestyle. They don’t want it to change. www.visituruguay.com 3

The bulk of Punta del Este is on a peninsula jutting into the ocean. Famous beaches includes: \"The fingers beach\", in La Barra the Bikini Beach is famous because of the models and famous people that go there. The endless beaches, beautiful seaside mansions, tree-lined streets, chic boutiques, stylish people. Casa-Pueblo is a beautiful resort-museum, it was created by the late Uruguayan artist Carlos Paez-Vilaró in a kind of mediterranean surrealistic architecture, making the whole place to look like a giant sculpture. Punta del Este has an island that is called the Isla Gorriti. It is protected because of its nature, you can enjoy a paradisaical beach, It is also possible to take private yachts or speedboats and anchor by the shore. Isla de Lobos is another island that is also protected because of its sea lion population. 4 www.visituruguay.com

Punta del Este Punta del Este is known as the St. Tropez of Uruguay, thanks to its beautiful beaches, upscale resorts and swanky nightclubs. The Vegas-style Conrad Casino adds to the lively scene. For a break from surf and sand, saddle up with a local gaucho and ride horseback through the wild plains surrounding the city. 5

Colonia The historic Colonia del Sacramento declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, attracting tourists from around the world. This city is the scene of countless photographic productions that seek to capture the magic of the place. The charm of the city is linked to its peculiar history. 6

Walking through its irregular, cobbled streets allows you to take in its history and enjoy a unique landscape with spectacular views of Río de la Plata. The enigmatic Calle de los Suspiros (Street of Sighs), paved with wedge stones, has a unique charm, capable of transporting visitors to a dream world. Museums, theater, art, handicrafts and good local cuisine are just part of a wide range of options for visitors. The city offers visitors a wide range of quality hotels, with options ranging from international hotel chains to typical posadas, housed in old colonial houses, as well as a wide range of cheerful and quaint restaurants. The view from the lighthouse or from the old pier will, without doubt, seduce your senses completely. www.visituruguay.com 7

\"The Old City\" was the earliest part of the city to be developed, It contains many colonial buildings and national heritage sites, but also many banks, offices, museums, art galleries, cultural institutions, restaurants and night-clubs, making it vibrant with life. The Rambla is an avenue that goes along the entire coastline of Montevideo, Its 27 km length makes it one of the longest esplanades in the world. Every day, a large number of people go there to take long strolls, jog, bicycle, roller skate, fish and skateboard. Montevideo has been part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the area of Literature since December 2015. Montevideo has a very rich architectural heritage and an impressive number of writers, artists, and musicians. Tango, candombe and murga are the three main styles of music in this city. The center of traditional Uruguayan food and beverage in Montevideo is \"Port Market\". 8 www.visituruguay.com

Montevideo The city was established in 1724 by a Spanish soldier. The Mercer's report on quality of life, rated Montevideo first in Latin America. The architecture of Montevideo ranges from Neoclassical buildings such as the Montevideo Metropolitan Cathedral to the late-modern style of the World Trade Center. 9

Top 7 1. Explore Montevideo 5. See Candombe during 2. Discover the Past in Colonia Season Carnival 3. Try a South American BBQ 4. Spot Sea Lions in Cabo Polonio 6. Discover Gaucho Culture 7. Mix with the Jet Set in Punta del Este 10

1. Palacio Salvo (home to the Tango Museum) Legislative Palace, Citadel Gate, Plaza Independencia, Port Market, National Museum of Visual Arts, Museum Torres García. 2. The Basilica of the Holy Sacrament, the ruins of the bullring Real de San Carlos, the lighthouse and the old town center. 3. Uruguay's parrilla are a meat lover's dream. The \"asado,\" with places like La Pulperia in Montevideo and Punta Salina in Punta del Este. 4. Home to the largest colonies of sea lions in South America. 5. Montevideo carnival celebrations, with parades and cultural events lasting 40 days between January and February. 6. Thea haciendas are land estates offer accommodations with traditional food, and a chance to participate in gauchos activities, driving cattle, herding sheep, horse riding and drink mate. 7. Museum of the Sea, Isla de Lobos and Isla Gorriti. www.visituruguay.com 11