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           URUGUAY
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Uruguay, a small country lying
on the east coast of South
America, consists of low
plains and plateaux. About 90%
of the land is suitable for
agriculture but only 10% is
cultivated, the remainder
being used to graze vast herds
of cattle and sheep. Uruguay
has only one major city, in
which half the population
live. The country has no
mineral resources, oil or gas,
but has built hydroelectric
power stations.
For beach holiday's the best
time to visit is from December
to April. The chilling winds
of July and August make
Montevideo uncomfortable and
the beaches uninviting.
Carnival is officially only on
the Monday and Tuesday
preceding Ash Wednesday but
many offices close for the
whole week, although all shops
are open.

Area (Sq. Km.): 176,215

Population: 3,130,000

Capital: Montevideo

Language:
Spanish

Religion:
Roman Catholic 66%

Government Type:
Republic

Currency: New Peso

Embassy:
48 Lennox Gardens,
London,
SW1X 0DL
0171-589-8835

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129