Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Uruguay upstream towards Iguazú Falls via the wineries of Carmelo, the quirky industri-
al museum at Fray Bentos and the hot springs of Salto.
With a whole two weeks to spare, get out and explore Uruguay's interior, ride horses
on a tourist
estancia
(ranch) and settle into a slower-paced lifestyle under the wide open
skies of Tacuarembó, Quebrada de los Cuervos or Villa Serrana.
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Essential Food & Drink
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Asado
Uruguay's national gastronomic obsession, a mixed grill cooked over a wood
fire, featuring various cuts of beef and pork, chorizo,
morcilla
(blood sausage) and more.
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Chivito
A cholesterol bomb of a steak sandwich piled high with bacon, ham, fried or
boiled egg, cheese, lettuce, tomato, olives, pickles, peppers and mayonnaise.
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Ñoquis
The same plump potato dumplings the Italians call
gnocchi
, traditionally
served on the 29th of the month.
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Buñuelos de algas
Savory seaweed fritters, a specialty along the coast of Rocha.
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Tannat
Uruguay's beloved, internationally acclaimed red wine.
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Grappamiel
Strong Italian-style grappa (grape brandy), sweetened and mellowed
with honey.
AT A GLANCE
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Currency
Uruguayan peso (UR$)
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Language
Spanish
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Money
ATMs widespread; credit cards widely accepted
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Visas
Not required for nationals of Western Europe, Australia, USA, Canada or
New Zealand
