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Uruguay, oriental republic of Uruguay, is a Latin American country located on the South American continent. This second smallest south American country is bordering Argentina and Brazil and the South Atlantic Ocean. The longer border is shared with Brazil and is 1,050 km/ 2,113 miles. It has a population of 3.4 million and Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital is the southernmost capital city in South America, with 1.7 million inhabitants is the country's largest city. the official language of Uruguay is Spanish. Currency: Uruguayan peso. The government type is Presidential Republic. almost 99% of the people over 15 years of age can read and write. Religion: mainly Christians (Roman Catholics 47%). National symbols: Sun of May (sun with a face), national colours: blue, white and yellow. National anthem: "Himno Nacional" - the national anthem of Uruguay is the world's longest anthem with 105 musical bars and is about four to six minutes long. History: Uruguay gained independence from Brazil on 25 August 1825. National Holiday: 25 August (Independence Day). Uruguay is slightly smaller than the state of Washington in the USA. Germany is about twice the size of Uruguay. A flight to Montevideo takes roughly 11.5 hours from London/UK and 9.5 hours from New York/USA. The capital city Montevideo is located at the Rio de lo Plata, river that separates Uruguay from Argentina. The Rambla is a waterfront promenade that leads over 22 km/ 14 miles along the river. There are also 18 beaches nearby with life guards that also host activities such as fútbol (soccer) or volleyball matches. The country has about 660 km/ 4,660 miles of coastline and is known for its many great beaches such as Playa Brava in the resort city of Punta del Este. The country is mainly flat with rolling hills. The south has coastlands and the north is dominated by some low mountains in the Sierra de las Ánimas. The Uruguay River is the second longest river in Uruguay, forming the border to Argentina, while the Rio Negro flows though Uruguay dividing the country in a northern part and southern part. The climate in Uruguay is mild and humid with warm summers and rainfall throughout the year. There are four distinct seasons and differences between the warmer north east and the fresher and milder Atlantic coast. Uruguay's highest point is the Cerro Cathedral which is 514 m/ 1,686 ft high and is located in the Sierra de las Ánimas. The Rio Negro is the country's longest river and flows through the central parts of the country; the river originates in Brazil and flows into the Uruguay River. It is about 800 km/ 500 miles long. The Rincón de Bonete lake, also referred to as Rio Negro Reservoir is the largest freshwater reservoir in Uruguay. This is an artificial lake in the centre of the country. Uruguay is the only country in the world located entirely south of the Tropic of Capricorn. Montevideo's old town (ciudad vieja in Spanish) has many colonial buildings around the Plaza Independencia which was once home to the Spanish citadel. Here are many famous landmarks such as the monument of General Jose Artigas and the Artigas Mausoleum, the tomb of Artigas, who is revered as the "father of Uruguayan nationhood". Palacio Salvo is one of the main building on Plaza Independencia. When the building was finished in 1928 it was the tallest building in South America with a height of 95 m/ 213 ft. Today, Torre Antel is the highest building in Montevideo and Uruguay. Los Dedos Sculpture: The sculpture named 'Los Dedos' which mean 'The Fingers' in English, is one of the main landmarks and attraction in Punta del Este. The port city is also known for the mix of colonial and modern buildings. Fortaleza Santa Teresa, the fortress of Santa Teresa, is a historic landmark about 300 km/ 180 miles to the northeast of Montevideo. The hilltop fortress from the 17th century is located in Santa Teresa National Park, one of ten national parks in the country. Colonia del Sacramento, or short: Colonia, is the second oldest city in Uruguay. The city centre is a UNESCO world heritage site due to the many colonial buildings. Wander through cobblestone streets and admire the colonial buildings including the city gate with its wooden drawbridge. Lunarejo Valley in northern Uruguay is known for its narrow valleys, beautiful waterfalls and gorges. The national park is near Rivera at the border to Brazil. Uruguay is a rather small country with a population of only 3.4 million people. Most of the Uruguayans live in urban centres in the southern part of the country. and more...

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