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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › UruguayUruguay - Wikipedia

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   Uruguay (/ ˈ jʊər ə ɡ w aɪ / ⓘ [11] YOOR-ə-gwy, Spanish: [uɾuˈɣwaj] ⓘ), officially the Oriental Republic of Uruguay (Spanish: República Oriental del Uruguay), is a country in South America.

   • Black: 4.6%
   • Indigenous: 2.4%

   • East Asian [note 4]: 0.2%
   • White: 87.7%

2. www.britannica.com › place › UruguayUruguay | History, Capital, Flag, Population, Map, Climate ...

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   Sep 17, 2024 · Uruguay, country located on the southeastern coast of South America. The second smallest country on the continent, Uruguay has long been overshadowed politically and economically by the adjacent republics of Brazil and Argentina, with both of which it has many cultural and historical similarities.

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4. www.lonelyplanet.com › uruguayUruguay travel - Lonely Planet | South America

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   Discover Uruguay, the smallest and most progressive country in South America, with Lonely Planet's expert tips and advice. Explore its attractions, culture, nature, food and more in this comprehensive guide.

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5. www.cia.gov › the-world-factbook › countriesUruguay - The World Factbook

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   Uruguay rates high for most development indicators and is known for its secularism, liberal social laws, and well-developed social security, health, and educational systems. It is one of the few countries in Latin America and the Caribbean where the entire population has access to clean water.

6. travel.gc.ca › destinations › uruguayTravel advice and advisories for Uruguay

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   Get the latest information on safety and security, entry and exit requirements, health and natural disasters for Uruguay. Learn about the risk levels, crime, demonstrations, road conditions, water safety and more.

7. www.bbc.com › news › world-latin-america-20041847Uruguay country profile - BBC News

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   May 4, 2023 · Provides an overview of Uruguay, including key dates and facts about this South American country.

8. www.cia.gov › the-world-factbook › countriesUruguay Factsheet - The World Factbook

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   6 days ago · The Spanish founded the city of Montevideo in modern-day Uruguay in 1726 as a military stronghold, and it soon became an important commercial center due to its natural harbor. Argentina initially claimed Uruguay, but Brazil annexed the country in 1821. Uruguay declared its independence in 1825 and secured its freedom in 1828 after a three-year ...