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    Colonia del Sacramento

    City in Uruguay, departmental capital of Colonia
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    Colonia del Sacramento is a city in southwestern Uruguay, by the Río de la Plata, facing Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is one of the oldest towns in Uruguay and the capital of the Colonia Department. It has a population of around 27,000. Its historic quarter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Modern Colonia del Sacramento produces textiles and has a free trade zone, in addition to a polytechnic centre and various government buildings. Wikipedia

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    Colonia del Sacramento (Spanish: [koˈlonja ðel sakɾaˈmento] ⓘ; Portuguese: Colônia do Sacramento) is a city in southwestern Uruguay, by the Río de la Plata, facing Buenos Aires, Argentina.It is one of the oldest towns in Uruguay and the capital of the Colonia Department.It has a population of around 27,000. Its historic quarter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. [1]
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  4. guruguay.com

    Colonia del Sacramento was founded by the Portuguese in 1680. The historic quarter (Barrio Histórico) is full of gorgeous old stone houses, cobbled streets, antique cars and is a wonderful destination any time of year.It's a great place for gift shopping and good eating with a wide selection of quaint eateries.
  5. myadventuresacrosstheworld.com

    Jan 22, 2023Compared to Argentina, Uruguay is really expensive, so don't be shocked by the prices in Colonia, especially for food. Colonia del Sacramento is a really safe place to visit—you can stroll around day and night and face no issues at all. However, I still recommend getting good travel insurance for your trip to Uruguay.
  6. laidbacktrip.com

    Mar 16, 2023Colorful colonial houses, picturesque cobblestone streets, the sweet smell of fresh water, and ancient fortification. Only from this short description, you can tell it is pretty obvious Colonia del Sacramento is Uruguay's shining star, and a must-visit destination for all travelers who fancy old historical towns with charming centers, spending money in small cute shops, strolling around the ...
  7. theworldtravelguy.com

    Feb 14, 2024The town of Colonia Del Sacramento is located on the southwestern coast of Uruguay, near the meeting point of the Rio De La Plata river and the Atlantic Ocean, and across from the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. It's about 180 kilometers by road from Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, or less than 50 kilometers by sea from Buenos Aires.
  8. lonelyplanet.com

    Uruguay South America On the east bank of the Río de la Plata, 112 miles (180km) west of Montevideo, but only 31 miles (50km) from Buenos Aires by ferry, Colonia is an irresistibly picturesque town enshrined as a Unesco World Heritage site.
  9. manifestingtravel.com

    Colonia del Sacramento is known for its Barrio Histórico, an impeccably-preserved colonial quarter with a rich and tumultuous history.It was founded by the Portuguese in 1680 on the Río de la Plata and became a military stronghold in the resistance against Spain.With its wide stone walls, tiled roofs and single-story stucco buildings, the architecture is a stunning example of European ...
  10. touristsecrets.com

    Oct 6, 2023In recognition of its historical significance, Colonia del Sacramento was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The designation celebrates the city's unique blend of architectural styles and its cultural importance as a testament to Uruguay's colonial past. Exploring the historic quarter is like stepping into a living museum.
  11. beyondthebay.co

    Dec 22, 2024The serene coastal city of Colonia del Sacramento is a Uruguayan gem.Found just across the Rio de la Plata from the megacity, Buenos Aires, Colonia is often overlooked as a traveller's destination.But with easy access from its neighbours and a treasure trove of potential attractions to explore, we decided to visit and answer the question - Is Colonia del Sacramento Worth Visiting?
  12. wanderlustmagazine.com

    Uruguay's Colonia del Sacramento, on the left (north-east) bank of the Río de la Plata, across from Argentina, is an evocative reminder of a time when the latter was very possible indeed.Portuguese Brazil, vying for territorial and maritime dominion with the Spanish, founded the original town here, Nova Colônia do Sacramento, in 1660 as a military outpost.

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