Coast City Travel Guide

Tourist attractions • Punta del Este: This is Uruguay's most famous seaside resort, with soft white sand beaches and high-end hotels. The west coast of Dongjiao City has gentle breeze and calm sea, while the east coast has huge waves and rough seas, forming a sharp contrast. In addition, the "Five Finger Beach" here is an iconic landscape, shaped like the Five Finger Mountain of Buddha, symbolizing tolerance and openness. There is also the famous "White House", a work by the famous Uruguayan painter Carlos Villaro. It is known as a "habitable sculpture". Construction began in 1958 and took 40 years to complete. It has great artistic value. • La Paloma: There is a place where the lake meets the sea, Laguna de Rocha, which is as beautiful as a fairyland, but the wind is strong. The beach at La Paloma was bustling with people, all lazily enjoying the warmth before sunset. • Santa Teresa National Park: This is home to a famous military castle built in 1825. Standing on the top of the castle, you can enjoy a broad view and a panoramic view of the beautiful fields. The park is open to the public free of charge, and you can also camp and picnic in it to get close to nature. • Cabo Polonio: This is a unique coastal village with no access to roads and no electricity until a few years ago, where life is simple and primitive. Now that electricity is available, the number of tourists is gradually increasing, but the villagers still live a simple and plain life. There is no light pollution or air pollution here. You can see a sky full of stars at night, as well as large, quiet beaches and flying seagulls. • Piriápolis: A popular stopover for sailboats and private boats, it also has beautiful beaches lined with small cafes. Living here is about leisure, not work. Food Recommendations • Uruguayan Barbecue (Asado): Uruguayan barbecue is very famous, especially the authentic national dish churrasco. There are barbecue restaurants of all sizes on the streets where you can taste authentic Uruguayan barbecue. • Seafood: As it is close to the sea, fresh seafood is a delicacy that you cannot miss. In the restaurants by the sea, you can taste a variety of delicious seafood dishes. Accommodation recommendations • Hotel Solís: This historic coastal bed and breakfast is one of the best hotels in Uruguay. • Caliu Earthship Ecolodge & Restaurant: This is the first groundbreaking, fully sustainable Earthship hotel in Latin America and is truly unique. • Cabaña Verónica: Here you can enjoy delicious steaks and Uruguayan barbecue. Useful Tips • Best time to travel: Uruguay's summer (December to February) is the peak tourist season, with warm weather and perfect for seaside activities. • Transportation: Starting from the capital Montevideo and driving east along the coastline, you can enjoy Uruguay’s beautiful coastal scenery. • Cultural experience: The Uruguayan people are friendly, simple, kind, and enthusiastic. They like to interact and share with others, and they also attach great importance to family and social interaction. Costa Rica is a charming tourist destination that can satisfy your needs whether it is a beach vacation, historical and cultural experience or gourmet exploration. Hopefully this guide will help you plan an unforgettable trip.