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Visiting Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay


The historic quarter of Colonia del Sacramento, founded in 1680, evokes old Lisbon with its Portuguese-influenced architecture and winding streets. The area, located in southwestern Uruguay on the... more » The historic quarter of Colonia del Sacramento, founded in 1680, evokes old Lisbon with its Portuguese-influenced architecture and winding streets. The area, located in southwestern Uruguay on the Rio de la Plata, was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. It's an easy day trip by ferry from Buenos Aires, making the beaches a popular Argentinean escape. Major sights include Iglesia Matriz, the country's oldest church, the Municipal Museum and a 17th-century port jutting into the river. « less

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Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
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Low
Feb
77°F 25°C
67°F 19°C
Mar
74°F 23°C
64°F 17°C
Apr
69°F 20°C
58°F 14°C
May
61°F 16°C
52°F 11°C
Jun
58°F 14°C
49°F 9°C
Jul
57°F 13°C
47°F 8°C
Extended Forecast
Tuesday
9 Feb
Hi:
84°F 28°C
Lo:
73°F 22°C
Wednesday
10 Feb
Hi:
84°F 28°C
Lo:
71°F 21°C
Thursday
11 Feb
Hi:
86°F 30°C
Lo:
77°F 25°C

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Posada El Viajero

4 of 5 stars
Australia
6 Feb 2010

Stayed for one night. Perfect base for exploring the old city and only 5min walk to the ferry/bus terminals. Breakfast was very good also. more

Sheraton Colonia Golf & Spa Resort

4 of 5 stars
Indaiatuba, Brazil
5 Feb 2010

The location is very nice, but I suggest to negotiate with the taxi, for travel between the hotel and the city can be expensive. The hotel is not new but the facilities are ok, check in was fast with...more

Estancia Finca Piedra

2 Feb 2010

We were the first Russian at Finca Piedra! We stayed there for 3 days and it was really nice! It's cosy, calm and beautiful place. It's paradise on the earth! Thanks a million Sandrine & Jason!!! more

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