Montevideo
Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, is located on the country's southern coast along the Río de la Plata. It's the largest city in the country, home to over 1.3 million people. Founded in 1726 by the Spaniard Bruno Mauricio de Zabala, it became a key administrative and economic center. It hosts the headquarters of Mercosur and the Latin American Integration Association. Montevideo is renowned for its sandy beaches, colonial architecture, and rich cultural offerings. Spring and autumn are the ideal seasons to visit, with mild weather.
