Punta del Este is definitely a great Uruguay Top destination and since long time ago nicknamed South America´s St Tropez for the several affinities to that famed and prestigious resort of the French Riviera due to the presence of chic cafes,fine restaurants,trendy clubs,a lively,sunny and also glamorous atmosphere highlighted furthermore by its iconic and famed Yacht Club.
That place was born to attract and delight,charming and captivating and in which everything shines making it
unique in its kind,today Punta del Este is a more than popular tourist symbol of the country which was furthermore several times awarded as one of the most fascinating destinations in the Latin America Continent.
.That enchanting coastal town pride and emblematic icon of Uruguay which inverted its image and popularity as one of the most promoted tourist spots of the Nation and absolute protagonist in International Tourism Fairs,brochures,TV publicity campaigns and medias it is also among the favourite destinations for the South America American Jet set since a long time ago.
There are many or endless adjectives to describe Punta del Este we could summarise as simply magnificent
also for all what it can transmit at first sight with its extremely magnetic profile and that distinguished coquetry which are other of its special features which conquer everyone.
That place was born to attract and delight,charming and captivating and in which everything shines making it
unique in its kind,today Punta del Este is a more than popular tourist symbol of the country which was furthermore several times awarded as one of the most fascinating destinations in the Latin America Continent.
.That enchanting coastal town pride and emblematic icon of Uruguay which inverted its image and popularity as one of the most promoted tourist spots of the Nation and absolute protagonist in International Tourism Fairs,brochures,TV publicity campaigns and medias it is also among the favourite destinations for the South America American Jet set since a long time ago.
There are many or endless adjectives to describe Punta del Este we could summarise as simply magnificent
also for all what it can transmit at first sight with its extremely magnetic profile and that distinguished coquetry which are other of its special features which conquer everyone.
Considered one of the best destinations to spend enjoyable seaside holidays and sunny stays for Argentinian tourists,famous footballers and models from that country for geographic proximity,preferences and attracted by the vibrant atmosphere and a multitude of things to do since a long time ago have elevated and consecrated that Uruguay pearl as a sort of of usual and beloved haven.
including a multitude of Brazilian people who with pride exalt and adore their famous and beautiful beaches such as Ipanema,Copacabana,Angras do Reis,Fernando de Noronha and Porto Galinhas among others admire and fall in love love with that superb marvel and several visitors from that big and important neighbouring country come so numerous filling those marvellous sandy stretches of that distinctive site.
Punta del Este is situated on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean close to the river Rio de la Plata just one hour driving from the Capital Montevideo,(I wrote a post about that splendid city) boasting over 30,0 kilometres of wonderful beaches,an extremely lively nightlife,excellent and comfortable Hotels ready to satisfy the most demanding requests.Other relevant aspects is the presence of a a wide network of facilities and services and in addition something which furthermore is to take in more than notable consideration is that it is a very safe place with a very high quality of life.
The History of the resort officially started the early 16th Century,a discovery by the famous Spanish Navigator Juan Diaz de Solis who also discovered during his explorations along the American Continent the famous river Rio de la Plata.
The former name of the current resort was originally Cabo de Santa Maria,(St.Mary Cape) and soon one certified its strategic position which could benefit different kind of operations in proximity of a relevant waterway with immediate access to the Atlantic Ocean it became an iconic stronghold of the Spanish Kingdom which hosted along its shore its fleet.
During the occupation of that coastal land the cape was fortified and furthermore the Spaniards established there an arsenal ended in the year 1766.During that time that headland was mainly developed as a sort of defencive base due to its unique location with a superb and ample control of the bay next to Montevideo and also towards the city of Buenos Aires with a sort of total open window facing the Atlantic.
The former name of the current resort was originally Cabo de Santa Maria,(St.Mary Cape) and soon one certified its strategic position which could benefit different kind of operations in proximity of a relevant waterway with immediate access to the Atlantic Ocean it became an iconic stronghold of the Spanish Kingdom which hosted along its shore its fleet.
During the occupation of that coastal land the cape was fortified and furthermore the Spaniards established there an arsenal ended in the year 1766.During that time that headland was mainly developed as a sort of defencive base due to its unique location with a superb and ample control of the bay next to Montevideo and also towards the city of Buenos Aires with a sort of total open window facing the Atlantic.
That place was later renamed in the year 1829 Villa Ituzaingó to celebrate the victory against the Brazilian Army just two years before.Punta del Este in the late 19th century despite the relevant military operations managed in previous times did not have an intense Iberian colonisation in terms of settlement of population and it was a humble fishing village which increased year by year with the development of approximately
50 stores adapted to contain the fishermen catch.
The limited tourism resources to receive visitors were due to the lack of infrastructures and projects and the first significant flows take long until the year 1899 when Pedro Risso a businessman linked to fisheries operations decided to establish replacing one of his structures consisting in a fishing warehouse industry
with the first Hotel of the history of that magnificent resort.
Thanks to that pioneer hospitality establishment,its gorgeous beaches and the beauty of its natural environment were the winning key to open a relevant door in the former management of an incoming and services related to hotel business.
The former village in that period was mainly inhabited by descendants of the first Spanish colonists coming from other geographic areas of the country and some years later populated by other European immigrants mainly coming from Argentina.
Year by year Punta del Este started to have an aspect of small town with the first development of scattered agglomerations which gradually increased in size and changed its previous image.Thanks to a constant and strong demand to spend some days of holidays for its unique and marvellous beaches,an uncontaminated atmosphere a more than peaceful environment with a very mild climate,apart that mentioned Hotel were established some provisional accommodations in local houses and mansions erected along the coast and those structures became the first network closely related to the incoming hospitality in that period.
50 stores adapted to contain the fishermen catch.
The limited tourism resources to receive visitors were due to the lack of infrastructures and projects and the first significant flows take long until the year 1899 when Pedro Risso a businessman linked to fisheries operations decided to establish replacing one of his structures consisting in a fishing warehouse industry
with the first Hotel of the history of that magnificent resort.
Thanks to that pioneer hospitality establishment,its gorgeous beaches and the beauty of its natural environment were the winning key to open a relevant door in the former management of an incoming and services related to hotel business.
The former village in that period was mainly inhabited by descendants of the first Spanish colonists coming from other geographic areas of the country and some years later populated by other European immigrants mainly coming from Argentina.
Year by year Punta del Este started to have an aspect of small town with the first development of scattered agglomerations which gradually increased in size and changed its previous image.Thanks to a constant and strong demand to spend some days of holidays for its unique and marvellous beaches,an uncontaminated atmosphere a more than peaceful environment with a very mild climate,apart that mentioned Hotel were established some provisional accommodations in local houses and mansions erected along the coast and those structures became the first network closely related to the incoming hospitality in that period.
Officially the municipality born in the year 1907 and just some days later of such important event started the construction of the Parish Church.The year 1924 was undoubtedly one of the iconic dates representing the golden ages of Punta del Este with the inauguration of its splendid Yacht Club.All that was the beginning of a great successful future transformed in a famed and prestigious seaside resort and Top Uruguay destination.
That Marina you can see nowadays absolutely stunning in its project,organisation and size immediately gained fame,frequented and loved by a multitude of people because that masterpiece came and appeared as something of new and sumptuous immediately attracting the general public interest.
That Yacht Club elevated since then the resort among the most attractive and demanded resorts of the entire Continent and also started the comparisons with some of the most classy and glamorous European destinations such as St.Tropez,Cannes,Monaco,Portofino,Biarritz or Capri among others.
The increasing prestige in terms of overnights all year and VIPs stays were the definitive consolidation of Punta del Este as one of the most appreciated Elite havens continued with incredible success until the 50s.
In that concrete period another relevant event which launched that seaside town to a further prestigious level of fame is related to an important Argentinian Magnate called Mauricio Litman who inaugurated in the year 1951 the First Cinema Festival of Punta del Este.
Certainly also that manifestation linked to the Cinema Industry with a notable participation of numerous Filmmakers,Directors,Actors and Actresses of extreme popularity was another more than considerable step which launched the current resort in the magic spheres of the golden list of the International Top class resorts.
The magic history of that resort of Uruguay automatically continued on that successful wave with the land of many eminent figures linked to the Politic,Sport,Art,Music,Entertainment and Fashion who flocked on the shore of that Atlantic town filling days and nights of cultural and business meetings,glamorous parties,shows and calling always and more new notorious characters who landed there.
Since then the resort started to offer a vibrant nightlife with many chic and trendy cafes,several stylish restaurants and a walk along the maritime promenade until the Yachting Club had become a sort defilè of famed VIPs,a constant meeting point of businessmen,prominent entrepreneurs and intercontinental Jet setters who brought an immense glamour.It is in that period which also started the comparison calling that place South America´s St.Tropez,with the consecration of Punta del Este as twin of the famous French resort of the stunning Côte D´Azur.
The official residents are currently, approximately 21,000,including the extra radius agglomerations but in high season with the intense tourism incoming flows and thanks to the great capacity in terms of hospitality accommodations it reached in some occasions the relevant number of about 270,000 people.
Such great successful results are undoubtedly linked to all that mentioned before and its marvellous beaches such as Playa Mansa and Playa Brava.You can start from them the visit also because both from a special perspective will help you to have a concrete idea of the urban arrangement of the resort flanking them and their geographic position will be a notable point of reference for your orientation.
The first one absolutely magnificent on a shore of the Rio del a Plata it is characterised by a fantastic mixture of calm salty and fresh waters and thanks also to Isla Gorriti a small island which protects it from strong the winds is an ideal beach very suitable and loved by families with children.Spectacular place for swimming,water sports,boasting a fantastic soft and light sands the visitor can enjoy a beautiful view of Bahia Maldonado a splendid bay which is one of the most charming and photographed places of the entire country.
Bordered by the long coast Avenue Rambla Claudio Williman which leads to another splendid beach called Playa Las Delicias at north and very close to two other relevant arteries such as Avenida Francia and Avenida Roosevelt very busy and with some excellent bar and restaurants.
The beauty of that magnificent long sandy stretch is further very suggested to take several pictures or simply staying in contemplation for a long time thanks to its location apart with idyllic images such as the mentioned Isla Gorriti,the fabulous Bay,but also the chance to enjoy the silhouette of the Cape of Punta del Este in its southern side with an unforgettable view of the entire shape of the peninsula.
That Marina you can see nowadays absolutely stunning in its project,organisation and size immediately gained fame,frequented and loved by a multitude of people because that masterpiece came and appeared as something of new and sumptuous immediately attracting the general public interest.
That Yacht Club elevated since then the resort among the most attractive and demanded resorts of the entire Continent and also started the comparisons with some of the most classy and glamorous European destinations such as St.Tropez,Cannes,Monaco,Portofino,Biarritz or Capri among others.
The increasing prestige in terms of overnights all year and VIPs stays were the definitive consolidation of Punta del Este as one of the most appreciated Elite havens continued with incredible success until the 50s.
In that concrete period another relevant event which launched that seaside town to a further prestigious level of fame is related to an important Argentinian Magnate called Mauricio Litman who inaugurated in the year 1951 the First Cinema Festival of Punta del Este.
Certainly also that manifestation linked to the Cinema Industry with a notable participation of numerous Filmmakers,Directors,Actors and Actresses of extreme popularity was another more than considerable step which launched the current resort in the magic spheres of the golden list of the International Top class resorts.
The magic history of that resort of Uruguay automatically continued on that successful wave with the land of many eminent figures linked to the Politic,Sport,Art,Music,Entertainment and Fashion who flocked on the shore of that Atlantic town filling days and nights of cultural and business meetings,glamorous parties,shows and calling always and more new notorious characters who landed there.
Since then the resort started to offer a vibrant nightlife with many chic and trendy cafes,several stylish restaurants and a walk along the maritime promenade until the Yachting Club had become a sort defilè of famed VIPs,a constant meeting point of businessmen,prominent entrepreneurs and intercontinental Jet setters who brought an immense glamour.It is in that period which also started the comparison calling that place South America´s St.Tropez,with the consecration of Punta del Este as twin of the famous French resort of the stunning Côte D´Azur.
The official residents are currently, approximately 21,000,including the extra radius agglomerations but in high season with the intense tourism incoming flows and thanks to the great capacity in terms of hospitality accommodations it reached in some occasions the relevant number of about 270,000 people.
Such great successful results are undoubtedly linked to all that mentioned before and its marvellous beaches such as Playa Mansa and Playa Brava.You can start from them the visit also because both from a special perspective will help you to have a concrete idea of the urban arrangement of the resort flanking them and their geographic position will be a notable point of reference for your orientation.
The first one absolutely magnificent on a shore of the Rio del a Plata it is characterised by a fantastic mixture of calm salty and fresh waters and thanks also to Isla Gorriti a small island which protects it from strong the winds is an ideal beach very suitable and loved by families with children.Spectacular place for swimming,water sports,boasting a fantastic soft and light sands the visitor can enjoy a beautiful view of Bahia Maldonado a splendid bay which is one of the most charming and photographed places of the entire country.
Bordered by the long coast Avenue Rambla Claudio Williman which leads to another splendid beach called Playa Las Delicias at north and very close to two other relevant arteries such as Avenida Francia and Avenida Roosevelt very busy and with some excellent bar and restaurants.
The beauty of that magnificent long sandy stretch is further very suggested to take several pictures or simply staying in contemplation for a long time thanks to its location apart with idyllic images such as the mentioned Isla Gorriti,the fabulous Bay,but also the chance to enjoy the silhouette of the Cape of Punta del Este in its southern side with an unforgettable view of the entire shape of the peninsula.
The
second,Playa Brava totally facing the Atlantic Ocean on the other side of the previous beach not far from the famed coastal artery Ramblas General Jose Artigas immediately in its southern side and leading to the headland where you can also find during a walk the other beach Playa del Emir and afterwards Playa del los Ingleses that last one at the extremity of the cape.That beach is often
photographed for post cards,posters and tourist promotions.It is undoubtedly an emblematic symbol and icon of the country and thanks to its waves it is a paradise for windsurfers in particular in winter.
In Playa Brava
you can admire one of the most iconic landmarks of the municipality extremely peculiar but very famous called Los Dedos (the Fingers).That curious,bizarre but at the same time very attractive is a work created by the Chilean artist Mario Irrarazábal in the year1982 and originally it was called Man emerging to life.The name "Dedos" came later for its silhouette representing a sculpture of five fingers
partially submerged by the sand.
Immediately after its establishment that surprising presence attracted the attention of a myriad of visitors who want to take a souvenir picture next to it,in the middle,photos of group but it is also very promoted by local tourist brochures,covers or first pages next to the most important sites and highlights of Punta del Este.
One of the most
important frequented arteries is undoubtedly Avenida Gorlero (Gorlero Avenue) it is
the main street of that centre,very lively,considered the core of the resort,always packed by locals,tourists and highlighted by several restaurants,shops,casinos,cinemas
and many other attractions.
That avenue is also a perfect cross point of the town because it is exactly in the middle of the two previously mentioned main beaches and also an obliged transit between the harbour at south and the Station in its northern side.
That avenue is also a perfect cross point of the town because it is exactly in the middle of the two previously mentioned main beaches and also an obliged transit between the harbour at south and the Station in its northern side.
It is a very busy axis of the resort in which apart places mainly related to nightlife,amusement,leisure,catering & hospitality and entertainment also has banks,offices and companies headquarters.Very lively during the day and totally invaded by many people enjoying shopping it is also the place in which with the frequent presence of some popular faces from time to time such as actors,actresses,footballers,models and it is also obviously a favourite destination for Paparazzi and photographers looking for a sensational gossip scoop.
The atmosphere is also highlighted by street artists and human statues while a walk at evening or night with artificial lights on that wide and long animated and bustling urban line will transport you in the real atmosphere of the resort directly coming in the glamorous and vibrant local nightlife which is also another special feature of the captivating and magnetic appeal of Punta del Este for more and more people.
One of the relevant key points of Avenida Gorlero is undoubtedly Plaza Artigas,(Artigas square) consisting in a very animated wide square surrounded by palms trees which hosts the popular and attractive fair of artisans.n its many stands which are approximately 210 you can see and purchase fine leather,glass items, leather,stones and other very interesting articles of very good quality such as a wide variety of bags, bags,traditional souvenirs, bracelets and including valuable gold in some stands and around that lively corner of the resort you can also see some streets artists delighting the tourist with their varied performances.
That fair started in the year 1967 and it never lost its charm and animated atmosphere and it also represents something very rooted and relevant because in its kind it offers a vast view of local products linked to the culture of Uruguay as a window of its national craft production.
The name of the square is in honour of a national hero,José Gervasio Artiga who was an emblematic politician,soldier and considered the father of the unity of the country,the locals and who often visit that place also call it Plaza de los Artesanos square of the Craftsmen for the presence of such business.
That fair started in the year 1967 and it never lost its charm and animated atmosphere and it also represents something very rooted and relevant because in its kind it offers a vast view of local products linked to the culture of Uruguay as a window of its national craft production.
Do not miss to take a look to El Faro (the lighthouse) which is another of the most considerable highlights of the resort.It is an impressive and imposing building approximately 45,0 metres high reachable on its top by 150 steps.That majestic lighthouse is a work by Tomas Libarena who erected that construction in the year 1860
using mainly materials transported in the surrounding area and left by the European
immigrants established along the coast.El Faro was created to lead the routes of the sailors coming from the Rio de la Plata and starting their long trips through the Atlantic and for the vessels with departures and arrivals and sailing in proximity as a guide and a sort of traffic lights between river and sea facilitating the operations of transit along the local coastline.
Not far from it you can also see a Religious building consisting in the Iglesia de la Candelaria which is a Catholic Church erected in a sober but Neo Romanesque style.Built in the year 1941 and dedicated to Our Lady St.Mary Virgin of the Candelaria
That Sacred construction shows that revival of Medieval art in a very contemporary key and strongly marked by a special style highlighted by the choice of colours such as a light blue tonality with white borders and arched doors and windows along its perimeter.The bell tower lies on the left side of the main body which is also characterised by the vivid red colour of its gable roof.
Another fantastic place and absolutely a must is a visit to Isla Gorriti (Gorriti
Island), accessible by mini cruise ships and sailboats which depart every
hour from the harbour and furthermore there are also some excursions by
helicopter to admire that special place from another wonderful perspective.
That small paradise facing Punta del Este has a surface of approximately 21 hectares with an unique and splendid natural environment and two beautiful beaches called Puerto Jardín (Garden Port) and Playa Honda ( Honda beach) which are very loved for their virgin and exotic image and often immortalised in local tourist guides to promote the visit.
Isla Gorriti also has a natural harbour and it is populated by thousands of pines plantations,a great work by the engineer Romulo Rubbo whose operation was continued by his daughter years later forming a sort of forest on the island.That magnificent place with spectacular views towards the mainland coastline was known with different names,over time one was Isla de las Palmas for a presence of Palm trees and also it was named Isla de Maldonado taking that name from the local bay.
That small paradise facing Punta del Este has a surface of approximately 21 hectares with an unique and splendid natural environment and two beautiful beaches called Puerto Jardín (Garden Port) and Playa Honda ( Honda beach) which are very loved for their virgin and exotic image and often immortalised in local tourist guides to promote the visit.
Isla Gorriti also has a natural harbour and it is populated by thousands of pines plantations,a great work by the engineer Romulo Rubbo whose operation was continued by his daughter years later forming a sort of forest on the island.That magnificent place with spectacular views towards the mainland coastline was known with different names,over time one was Isla de las Palmas for a presence of Palm trees and also it was named Isla de Maldonado taking that name from the local bay.
Historically the island was explored by the Spanish navigator Juan Diaz de Solis and the name is in honour of an iconic figure, Francisco Gorriti,who was a General born in Argentina and former Governor of the city of Montevideo.The island plays an important role in the climatic situation of the seaside resort working as a natural barrier or a sort of defencive wall protecting the coastline by winds and storms.
Another wonderful excursion you can not miss do not miss is visiting another island called Isla de
Lobos (island of the wolves) which is another splendid place in that Atlantic paradise facing the oceanic beaches of
Punta del Este which are at approximately 13,0 kilometres away it is approximately 1200,0 metres long and 815,0 metres wide.
That name derives because is populated by the largest colony of sea lions of South America which find there a perfect place to stop and transit as a natural rest point but also for the suitable habitat which provide them to survive thanks the rich marine fauna present in those waters.
Just like Isla Gorriti also that place was discovered and explored by Juan Diaz de Solis in the year 1516 and nine years later in the island also landed the Venetian navigator Sebastiano Caboto during his trip which has as point of departure the Spanish port of Cadiz in Andalusia with different stages along the coasts of South America.
The island also has the highest lighthouse of the continent with its 59,0 meters and it is reachable with authorisation by 240 steps enjoying from its summit an unforgettable view of all the coast of Punta del Este and its surroundings.The high technology despite it was erected in the year 1906 provides a light beam reaching a flow rate of over 40,0 kilometres a very notable capacity considering the year of establishment.
The resort offers a wide number of Spa establishments which provide the best services and relax treatments and other splendid beaches such as El Tesoro,Montoya,Bikini and Manantiales,absolutely magnificent for the divine quality of sands with constant Blue Flag and several facilities are undoubtedly other notable features capturing the attention of every tourist who after several sunbaths enjoying superb long sandy stretchesand the several water sports those magnificent Atlantic waters have the excellent opportunity to find and enjoy facial and anti stress treatments,beauty and skin care treatments,massages and much more.
About those beaches deserves a particular mention to Playa Bikini (Bikini Beach) very famous because is one of the favourite for famed models often seen on that glamorous and splendid corner of the local coastline and furthermore the surrounding area is plenty of beautiful seaside mansions,chic boutiques and elegant streets.
That name derives because is populated by the largest colony of sea lions of South America which find there a perfect place to stop and transit as a natural rest point but also for the suitable habitat which provide them to survive thanks the rich marine fauna present in those waters.
Just like Isla Gorriti also that place was discovered and explored by Juan Diaz de Solis in the year 1516 and nine years later in the island also landed the Venetian navigator Sebastiano Caboto during his trip which has as point of departure the Spanish port of Cadiz in Andalusia with different stages along the coasts of South America.
The island also has the highest lighthouse of the continent with its 59,0 meters and it is reachable with authorisation by 240 steps enjoying from its summit an unforgettable view of all the coast of Punta del Este and its surroundings.The high technology despite it was erected in the year 1906 provides a light beam reaching a flow rate of over 40,0 kilometres a very notable capacity considering the year of establishment.
The resort offers a wide number of Spa establishments which provide the best services and relax treatments and other splendid beaches such as El Tesoro,Montoya,Bikini and Manantiales,absolutely magnificent for the divine quality of sands with constant Blue Flag and several facilities are undoubtedly other notable features capturing the attention of every tourist who after several sunbaths enjoying superb long sandy stretchesand the several water sports those magnificent Atlantic waters have the excellent opportunity to find and enjoy facial and anti stress treatments,beauty and skin care treatments,massages and much more.
About those beaches deserves a particular mention to Playa Bikini (Bikini Beach) very famous because is one of the favourite for famed models often seen on that glamorous and splendid corner of the local coastline and furthermore the surrounding area is plenty of beautiful seaside mansions,chic boutiques and elegant streets.
Not far from the resort at approximately 18,0 kilometres of distance very interesting is to visit La Barra Maldonado which until the year 1940 was a humble fishing village where the inhabitants of the nearby town of San Carlos (St.Charles) began to build their summer residences.
La Barra is also an excellent place for shopping particularly very interesting for who loves antiques and furthermore for its vibrant nightlife with a large number of clubs,pubs,bars and restaurants extremely appreciated for their trendy music,sounds and famed DJ who liven evenings and nights attracting a multitude of people.
That place is also very famous for its beaches and for different activities as different kind of water sports and especially windsurfing,water skiing but also a beloved destination by people who likes fishing and to find along that coastline a very relaxing atmosphere far from noise and traffic.
Puente Ondulado ( the Wavy Bridge) is a highlight of the local and it is a magnificent work by Leonel Viera ended in the year 1965.Situated at the mouth of the Arroyo Maldonado (Maldonado stream) the immediate space close to that bridge is particularly suggested for all people who loves fishing and also there it is possible to enjoy some kind of water sports.Since some decades ago that place became a major tourist area providing excellent services but also opportunities to visit other places in its vicinity.
The surroundings offer exceptional huge lagoons a captivating landscapes in an uncontaminated nature with chances to practise hunting and fishing and places such as Sauce,Diario,Blanca and José Ignacio Garzón,are easily accessible and offering the chance to practise several outdoor activities apart water sports,such as trekking,cycling and mountain bike among others.
Not far from the resort at approximately 15,0 kilometres it is a must to visit the beautiful Punta Ballena(I wrote a post about that destination if you are interested) a great place to enjoy a beautiful natural space,a splendid sandy beach,the picturesque white houses of Casapueblo and the great attraction consisting in the Arboretum Lussich a big botanic garden displaying mainly exotic and tropical species of plants,a site absolutely unique and magic in its kind.
Another site you can visit considered and pretty trendy is certainly Jose Ignacio located at about 36,0 kilometres west of Punta del Este.It is a great and lively place with fine restaurants,cosy and chic bars and nightclubs which is in the last decades one of the favourite meeting points of Jet Setters,models and VIPs.That place before to become what is now was a very relaxing place frequented by people who loved to go there to enjoy relaxing times,fishing and the marvellous local beaches..
In Punta del Este you can enjoy an excellent gastronomy such as seafood and fish,absolutely divine are mussels and prawns,delicious are Choco Frito consisting in fried squid accompanied by an Ensalada Mixta made by onions,lettuce,fresh tomatoes and garlic and also Chipirones a la Plancha,big squid which are grilled and flavoured by olive oil salt and pepper.Notable is also the local and always fresh Pulpo octopus prepared with the same style of the last recipe or also in sauce and delighted by aromatic herbs.
Next to those typical seafaring plates which reflect the spirit of Punta del Este you can also taste the traditional specialities of Uruguay as the famous Asado a delectable grilled beef meat or the famous Parrillada consisting in a big combination of grilled beef,pork,lamb and chicken meats including also local Salchichas (sausages) and chorizo.
That latter ingredient is also used in the traditional Choripán which is a sort of sandwich filled by grilled chorizo accompanied by tomato,salad and flavoured by sauces transmitted by the Spanish immigrants.Of Italian origin is as says the name is the popular Milanesa which is a beef breaded fillet or cutlet cooked with eggs and served with potatoes or a mixed salad with the variant Napolitana as says that characterful denomination with clear reference to a Neapolitan style covering the fillet with jam,tomato,oregano, mozzarella and flavoured by salt and black pepper.
The Chivito is another gastronomic highlight pretty common all around Uruguay and it is a sort of a steak sandwich fiiling the baguette with salad,mozzarella,cheese,bacon,ham and tomatoes slices.Another kind of traditional sandwich called Pancho consists in a traditional boiled German Frankfurt Wursteln accompanied by mayonnaise or mustard or also sauerkraut and it is a speciality transmitted since a long time ago by the first German immigrants in the country.
In common with the nearest Argentina is the Revuelto Gramacho consisting in a mixture of ingredients such as scrambled eggs,fried potatoes,ham,bacon,garlic,onion and pepper.The Italian culture also has left important marks in the local and there is an excellent production of homemade Tortellini,Ravioli, Cappelletti and also Gnocchi and Pasta all homemade are often present in the local cuisine and in several menues.
Notable is also the bakery and the production of cakes and desserts among the most important worth to be mentioned the Pasteles Criollos,Martin Fierro,Massini,Arroz con Leche,Postre Chajá and Garrapiñada all them delicious and combining the flavours,tastes,ingredients,styles and culture of of the European settlers to that of the natives.
Uruguay is also an excellent producer of fine wines.Notable for their high quality are the local grapes Tannat which thanks a very favourable climate and a fertile soil produce selected wines very superb,smooth and highly palatable.Absolutely excellent are the local Cabernet Sauvignon,Merlot and Chardonnay,the taste,texture,colour and body of those wines are very similar to the Argentinians and they are particularly appreciated for their high versatility.
If you want to taste something locally typical do not miss a typical drink called Medio y medio which translated means half and half made by an eclectic mixture of wines,mixing a dry white wine as Pinot Blanc or Riesling to a sparkling wine which can be a Champagne,Cava or Asti Spumante.That combination is the original also if in the last decade new trends have created a variant mixing to a smooth red wine a gentle Rosé.
It is not difficult to reach Punta del
Este.From the capital Montevideo which is situated at about 135,0 kilometres of distance with its important airport Aeropuerto de Carrasco.
There is a regular bus service which takes approximately two hours and some minutes from the Capital of Uruguay about two hours) or a rent a car in the case of a very suggested Fly & Drive is very convenient and in about one hour and twenty minutes in normal conditions of traffic you can reach the resort.
That second option is particularly recommended apart to enjoy that beautiful place as the opportunity to organise and plan your tailor made tour and excursions in a very easy way and also visiting the interior,that chance obviously avoid loss of time and agile trips by car.
Apart the splendid Capital of Uruguay you can visit and it is a mandatory once there if you want to create a brilliant combination with a connection to Buenos Aires it is a great and unique idea.In a very short time you can reach the major centre of Argentina considering that there are flights enduring only 30 minutes linking those two great South American Metropolis.
As a special and exciting alternative there is also the chance to reach from Montevideo Buenos Aires by boat crossing the River Rio de la Plata another very suggestive trip,very recommended to admire the beauty and conformation of that large waterway and moving in some hours from a country to another.
That magnificent seaside resort is very recommended for all people who are planning holidays or a trip to South America and with the wonderful opportunity to admire one of the most shining destinations of the southern side of that Continent.
Ideal for people who loves water sports and at the same time living a vibrant nightlife,great for tourists who desire to discover a culture in a historic route combined to a Top destination spending in relax the last days before the drop off at the Airport enjoying sunny days on those marvellous beaches and recharging batteries in relax,a place furthermore so suitable and appropriated for a tourist of every kind of tourist,young or adult.
For its history linked to old navigators and that scenic presence River/Ocean is obviously a destination suggested for all who enjoy history and nature,with iconic places of countries discovered and developed taking the influences of the first colonists but developing their culture with a marked and strong identity visible in gastronomy,architecture,costumes,local traditions,music among others.
The natural aspect is that one will show you unforgettable marvels with exotic places,a beautiful immensity of colours and hidden corners simply stunning both close to that immense Oceanic extension and also to that emblematic and stupendous large waterway.
There is a regular bus service which takes approximately two hours and some minutes from the Capital of Uruguay about two hours) or a rent a car in the case of a very suggested Fly & Drive is very convenient and in about one hour and twenty minutes in normal conditions of traffic you can reach the resort.
That second option is particularly recommended apart to enjoy that beautiful place as the opportunity to organise and plan your tailor made tour and excursions in a very easy way and also visiting the interior,that chance obviously avoid loss of time and agile trips by car.
Apart the splendid Capital of Uruguay you can visit and it is a mandatory once there if you want to create a brilliant combination with a connection to Buenos Aires it is a great and unique idea.In a very short time you can reach the major centre of Argentina considering that there are flights enduring only 30 minutes linking those two great South American Metropolis.
As a special and exciting alternative there is also the chance to reach from Montevideo Buenos Aires by boat crossing the River Rio de la Plata another very suggestive trip,very recommended to admire the beauty and conformation of that large waterway and moving in some hours from a country to another.
That magnificent seaside resort is very recommended for all people who are planning holidays or a trip to South America and with the wonderful opportunity to admire one of the most shining destinations of the southern side of that Continent.
Ideal for people who loves water sports and at the same time living a vibrant nightlife,great for tourists who desire to discover a culture in a historic route combined to a Top destination spending in relax the last days before the drop off at the Airport enjoying sunny days on those marvellous beaches and recharging batteries in relax,a place furthermore so suitable and appropriated for a tourist of every kind of tourist,young or adult.
For its history linked to old navigators and that scenic presence River/Ocean is obviously a destination suggested for all who enjoy history and nature,with iconic places of countries discovered and developed taking the influences of the first colonists but developing their culture with a marked and strong identity visible in gastronomy,architecture,costumes,local traditions,music among others.
The natural aspect is that one will show you unforgettable marvels with exotic places,a beautiful immensity of colours and hidden corners simply stunning both close to that immense Oceanic extension and also to that emblematic and stupendous large waterway.
Punta del Este that Uruguay Top destination with that special nickname as South America St.Tropez is like a sublime and sparkling cocktail all to taste and enjoy during your trip and that exquisite flavor will remain in your mouth so alive and a long time with the desire to re taste it soon once again.
Francesco Mari
Recommended Hotels in Punta del Este
Kalá Hotel Boutique
Hotel Art Las Cumbres
Conrad Punta del Este Resort & Casino
Parque Hotel Jean Clevers
Hotel Best Western La Foret
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