Montevideo, Uruguay

Quick facts

• Montevideo's Ciudad Vieja is home to the iconic Mercado del Puerto, a historic market built in 1868 that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage with its famous parrillas (steakhouses).
• The Rambla de Montevideo, stretching over 22 kilometers, is one of the longest continuous waterfront promenades in the world, popular for walking, jogging, and cycling.
• In 2013, Montevideo was named the 'World Capital of the Book' by UNESCO, recognizing its vibrant literary scene and commitment to promoting reading and writing.
• The Solis Theatre, inaugurated in 1856, is one of the oldest theaters in South America and features a stunning neoclassical design along with an impressive interior that can seat 1,500 spectators.
• Montevideo hosts the largest carnival in the world outside of Brazil, lasting 40 days, with unique traditions such as murgas (musical theater groups) and candombe, a traditional Afro-Uruguayan dance.

Travel details

Country

Uruguay

Wind (now)

12 km/h

Coordinates

-34.9011, -56.1645