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A Virtual Sight-seeing Tour of the City of Durazno

Posted on November 17, 2010 by olauruguay

On the left side of the Yi River is the city of Durazno. With a deep rooted rich heritage, the city has lots of interesting historical and cultural sights worth visiting on your tour around the city—squares, churches, museums, and … Continue reading →

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Barra del Chuy—For Sand, Sea, and Shopping

Posted on November 10, 2010 by olauruguay

The oceanic resort of Barra del Chuy is the perfect spot for a few days of rest and recuperation. With it’s views of the open sea, it’s varied wildlife, and its huge sand dunes, this picturesque little bathing town draws … Continue reading →

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A Walk Along Barra de Valizas Beach

Posted on November 2, 2010 by olauruguay

One beach worth a visit along Rocha’s wild and rocky coastline, is Barra de Valizas beach. It is the closest to el Cabo (the Cape) where you’ll find the charming Cabo Polonio. Joining both bathing resorts (Barra de Valizas and … Continue reading →

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An Expat Account of… Uruguay’s Beach Games

Posted on January 30, 2010 by olauruguay

One thing that I love when I go to the beach here in Uruguay is to see people at play. These normally serious office workers and public servants have not lost their picardia (playfulness), and Uruguay has developed a few … Continue reading →

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