Pictures of Uruguay

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This pretty 20th-century church has an interior decorated with an interesting collection of religious artwork and icons.

Beaches, watersports, island tours, nightlife and celebrity-spotting make this one of the most exclusive coastal resorts in South America.

See if the unusual name fits as you stroll down this iconic cobblestone street and its antique buildings dating back several centuries.

Climb to the top of this 19th-century lighthouse to enjoy sweeping views. Experience a slice of Punta del Este’s maritime history.

Enjoy a gastronomical tour at this vibrant food market and then admire its striking architecture and enjoy live cultural events.

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Take a relaxing stroll through the trees and cobblestone streets of the plaza that lays claim to one of the oldest churches in Uruguay.

Cobblestone streets, colorful houses, museums and beaches make this one of the most popular towns on Uruguay’s west coast.

Cobblestone streets, colorful houses, museums and beaches make this one of the most popular towns on Uruguay’s west coast.

South America’s hidden gem has a historic capital and colonial towns, sprawling countryside, exclusive beach resorts and bohemian surf spots.

South America’s hidden gem has a historic capital and colonial towns, sprawling countryside, exclusive beach resorts and bohemian surf spots.

This pretty 20th-century church has an interior decorated with an interesting collection of religious artwork and icons.

See if the unusual name fits as you stroll down this iconic cobblestone street and its antique buildings dating back several centuries.

After being built over 270 years ago by a Portuguese governor to protect the city from potential enemies, this gate and drawbridge are still standing.

Admire the wonderful views from the observation deck of this lighthouse, which holds an important role in La Paloma’s maritime history.

Enjoy a gastronomical tour at this vibrant food market and then admire its striking architecture and enjoy live cultural events.

The capital and largest city of Uruguay combines history and architecture with theaters and live music, beaches and waterfront walks.

Revel in the artistic atmosphere and gaze at serene sunsets in this relaxed little resort town, home to the famous Casapueblo architectural masterpiece.

This pretty 20th-century church has an interior decorated with an interesting collection of religious artwork and icons.

Explore this museum to learn how the Spanish settlers lived in Colonia del Sacramento in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck. 

Enjoy a gastronomical tour at this vibrant food market and then admire its striking architecture and enjoy live cultural events.

This pretty 20th-century church has an interior decorated with an interesting collection of religious artwork and icons.

The capital and largest city of Uruguay combines history and architecture with theaters and live music, beaches and waterfront walks.