Montevideo is the vibrant capital city of the smallest Spanish-speaking South American countries- Uruguay. The capital city displays the flavors of Spain, Argentina, Brazil, Portugal and then the European settlements. However, the tourists planning their trip to South American countries overshadow this capital of amazing natural beauty and wonders. Travelers can find the capital to be the most stylish city reflecting strong European taste in their culture, tradition, cuisines and in every aspects of life.

Actually this vibrant city was established in the year 1726 sandwiched between the Rio del Plata and an inner bay. With so many things to offer, Montevideo welcomes their visitors to give at lest one visit at this exotic and full of energetic capital city of Uruguay. Tourist find the area of Ciudad Vieja very interesting.  Don’t miss to explore the most beautiful sights of wonderful coastline, beautiful natural beauties, plethora of flora and fauna, rolling hills, vast stretch of wide meadows, soft sandy Atlantic beaches, dazzling rivers and towns and numerous other sight seeing. With so many things to offer Montevideo has managed to maintain its position, as one of Latin America's most must see cities.

Combination of shabby sophistication and huge stretch of exotic beaches acts as the main point of interest among the holidaymakers. Being the capital city of Uruguay, it forms as the main ground of economic, cultural scene and political centers. The locals are mainly originated from the Spanish origin; later Argentina and Brazil took over. Now the populations are mostly of Spanish and Italian descent, and the city thrives as one of South America's foremost economic hubs.

Spend you time with while getting engage in shopping, viewing fascinating attractions, soaking up some sun while gazing at the lovely beaches or trying out some of Uruguayan lip smacking cuisines. No doubt a Montevideo holiday is well worth experiencing and it is also enjoyable for everyone from children to the big members of the family. The old Town or the Ciudad Vieja will take you to the past memories of the country. Take a stroll along the narrow alleyways and cherish at the lovely architectural buildings of the last century.  The long seafront known to be the La Rambla is owned by many clean beaches on the either side of the up market neighborhood of Carrasco. Dominated by the Spanish culture, discover and learn some of those Spanish cultural performances done by the locals.

Must visiting places are the old city of Plaza de la Constitucion, Cathedrals displaying the historic Cabildo and the Museo Historico Nacional. The unusual fountain placed in the southern side has even attracted the eyesights to many tourists. Explore around the wide Rio Plata estuary and watch the two vast rivers, the Parana and Uruguay entering the huge Atlantic. The city itself is a curious blend of old-fashioned formality and laid-back South American style, as soon as the sun sets down the city's workers let their mind and body charged up for enjoying their nightlife.

At nights the bars, clubs, pubs and numerous discos are overloaded with the high-spirited party animals. No doubt nightlife in Monte Video is pretty good if you want to participate the nightlife the way Uruguayans do it, try out boliches, which are cafe-concert and the penas- a kind of pub. A huge stretch of white sandy beaches are considered to be one of the places of interest, they are spread almost along the entire city. Apart from enjoying the nightlife, strolling down the streets or gazing along the beaches there are several other things that has to be viewed when you are at Montevideo.

There are numerous parks having lush greeneries and big bronze statues. El Prado" and the park "Batlle are the most remarkable parks. Capture the wonderful view of the city from the hills of Cerro, placed just opposite to the old city. Art lovers must not miss the Museo Nacional de Artes Visuales and the Museo Municipal de Artes Plásticas. Mercado de los Artesanos is a good shopping area where the visitors as well as the locals can pick home best variety of leather goods, tempting crafts and hand-knitted sweaters.  You’ll be in love with the natural views while taking a stroll along the waterfront of Rambla or simply take part in various activities or feast on mouth-watering grilled steaks at the famous hot spot of local foods at the Mercado del Puerto. Don’t miss the architectural style La Puerta de la Ciudadela.