Montevideo
Art Deco and neoclassical buildings jostle for space in Montevideo while music, theater and the arts are alive and well. Plus, there's a strong international flavor in this vibrant, eclectic city.
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- Attraction in MontevideoMuseo de los Andes
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- Attraction in MontevideoCastillo del Alquimista
- Attraction in MontevideoMuseo del Carnaval
- Attraction in MontevideoMuseo del Gaucho y la Moneda
- Attraction in MontevideoMuseo Nacional de Artes Visuales
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Best Things to Do
A mix of sophistication, tradition and a not-so-fast pace of life, the under-the-radar Uruguayan capital is a delight for visitors.
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