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Central Railway Station (Estacion Central General Artigas)

Calle Galicia y Calle del Rio Negro, Montevideo, Uruguay
Ranked #39 of 41 attractions in Montevideo
2.5 of 5 stars 45 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Montevideo
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

This is a very interesting wrought iron structure, now right by Ott's telecommunications building. A great spot for photos.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

If you're a tourist visiting Montevideo, don't come out of your way to visit. You'll only find a wonderful building in very bad repair, and surrounding area is not safe.

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Montevideo, Uruguay
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012
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It's really a shame. I am Montevidean and really feel bad about this beautiful building that is in ruins and was once the main train station. Hopefully, will be restored shortly.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011
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If you're interested in trains or railroad stations, the Central Railway Station is a must. Though not in use, you can imagine how great this station must have been when in operation. There is no way into the building but there is no fence stopping a person getting up close. At one end of the station a small building has... More

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Montevideo, Uruguay
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 July 2011
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This railway station was opened on July 15th, 1897. It is closed since March 1rst, 2003, derelict and dirty. Despite that, it ss a great building. Trains now leave from a new tiny station half a km to the North.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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Montevideo, Uruguay
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012
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