Uruguay


  • Official Name: Oriental Republic of Uruguay
  • Type: Nation
  • Capital: Montevideo

Uruguay is a country located in the southeastern part of South America, bordered by Brazil to the north and east, Argentina to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean and Río de la Plata to the south. It is notable for its stable democratic institutions, high standard of living, and extensive coastal regions. The capital and largest city is Montevideo.

Geography
Uruguay is characterized by mostly flat to gently rolling terrain, with fertile plains and low hill ranges. The country’s rivers, including the Uruguay River and Río de la Plata estuary, play a key role in commerce, agriculture, and transport. The coastline features sandy beaches, cliffs, and urban waterfronts, which are significant for tourism and economic activity. Natural vegetation is limited due to extensive agriculture and urbanization, but grasslands and coastal ecosystems remain important ecological features.

Climate
Uruguay has a humid subtropical climate, with warm summers, mild winters, and precipitation distributed fairly evenly throughout the year. This climate supports agriculture, livestock, and viticulture, and contributes to the country’s appeal as a tourist destination. - AsNotedIn


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Colonia del Sacramento Town
Estacion Atlantida Town
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Location

Southern South America, bordering the South Atlantic Ocean, between Argentina and Brazil - The World Factbook

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Demonym: Uruguayan
Corruption Perceptions Index - 2014, Transparency International: 21


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Departmento de Canelones Departmento de Uruguay
Departmento de Colonia Departmento de Uruguay
Departmento de Montevideo Departmento de Uruguay
Departmento de Rocha Departmento de Uruguay
Departmento de Salto Departmento de Uruguay

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Montevideo, founded by the Spanish in 1726 as a military stronghold, soon took advantage of its natural harbor to become an important commercial center. Claimed by Argentina but annexed by Brazil in 1821, Uruguay declared its independence four years later and secured its freedom in 1828 after a three-year struggle. The administrations of President Jose BATLLE in the early 20th century established widespread political, social, and economic reforms that established a statist tradition. A violent Marxist urban guerrilla movement named the Tupamaros, launched in the late 1960s, led Uruguay's president to cede control of the government to the military in 1973. By yearend, the rebels had been crushed, but the military continued to expand its hold over the government. Civilian rule was not restored until 1985. In 2004, the left-of-center Frente Amplio Coalition won national elections that effectively ended 170 years of political control previously held by the Colorado and Blanco parties. Uruguay's political and labor conditions are among the freest on the continent. - The World Factbook


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