Uruguay is a South American country known for its verdant interior and beach-lined coast. The capital, Montevideo, revolves around Plaza Independencia, once home to a Spanish citadel. It leads to Ciudad Vieja (Old City), with art deco buildings,...
Capital: Montevideo
Currency: Uruguayan Peso
Official language: Spanish
Continent: South America
Population: 3.423 million (2022)
Government: Republic, Unitary state, Presidential system, and more
Main religion: Catholics
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