It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s seven must-see sites in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Montevideo hosts the biggest carnival celebrations in the country, featuring a blend of Uruguayan, African and European traditions. Celebrations can last up to 40 days, complete with dance parades, music and art contests. © Kobby Dagan | Dreamstime.com
A visit to Parque Rodó entails walks through green spaces, boating on a lake and enjoying vintage amusement rides. Find National Museum of Visual Arts, displaying 20th-century Uruguayan art, within the park, as well. © Danflcreativo | Dreamstime.com
The Artigas Mausoleum monument sits in the center of Plaza Indepencia, with a great statue of Uruguayan hero José Artigas towering over the plaza. Beneath the statue, travelers can visit an underground room where Artigas’ remains lie, guarded by traditional guards called Blandegues de Artigas. © Matyas Rehak | Dreamstime.com
Overlooking Bay of Montevideo, Fortress General Artigas is an early 19th-century fortress that once defended the people of the city. This fortress was the last Spanish fort built in the country, currently housing the Military Museum. © Olaf Speier | Dreamstime.com
Once the tallest building in Latin America, Salvo Palace was originally built to be a hotel in 1928. Now a building of private homes and offices, the structure’s stunning architecture makes it a can’t-miss when visiting the city. © Denis Kabanov | Dreamstime.com
Visitors will find more than one food and drink market in the city. Mercado Ferrando features many food and grocery stalls within a grand hall, while Mercado del Puerto offers a wide variety of restaurants within a steel building. Mercado Agrícola de Montevideo has operated for a century and features fresh fruit, vegetables, food stores and more. © Danflcreativo | Dreamstime.com
On the edges of Rio de la Plata lies De los Pocitos Beach, a local favorite where travelers and locals alike can enjoy sunshine, beautiful views and swims in the ocean. This beach also features a boardwalk and countless beach activities for all to enjoy. © Donyanedomam | Dreamstime.com
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