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Jose Ignacio, Uruguay
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  • Name
    Uruguay
  • Full Name
    Eastern Republic of Uruguay
  • Uruguay, the often forgotten south american country between Argentina and Brazil, is the 2nd smallest country in South America.

    Uruguay offers a great mix of attractions for a holiday with its beaches, bustling nightlife in the capital Montevideo and gaucho culture.

  • Capital
    Montevideo
  • Largest City
    Montevideo
  • Population
    3,477,779 (132th)
  • Area
    176.215 km2 (90th)
  • Languages Spoken
    Spanish
  • Religion
    Roman Catholic
  • Time Zone
    (UTC-3)
  • Currency
    Uruguayan peso ($, UYU ) (UYU)
  • Dialing Code
    +598
  • Internet Domain
    .uy