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"A beautiful old town in Uruguay " a Colonia del Sacramento Travel Page by barryg23

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Back from my year in Latin America. Quite a few VT pages to write!


Real Name: Barry
Lives In: Kilkenny, IE
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A beautiful old town in Uruguay

by barryg23 - last update: Feb 14, 2009

After two fantastic weeks in Buenos Aires, we left Argentina for Uruguay, and moved across the Rio de la Plata to Colonia del Sacramento, a relaxing and beautiful town, whose Barrio Historico, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, attracts tourists in big numbers.

Apart from its obvious beauty, what struck us most about Colonia was the pace of life - it seemed so much slower than Buenos Aires. It´s a fantastic place to unwind for a couple of days and is easily accessible from Buenos Aires. Many people visit Colonia on day trips from Buenos Aires, but two or three days is much better if you can spare the time.

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Pros:"The old town, the cobbled streets, beautiful sunsets"
Cons:"Too many tourists sometimes"
In A Nutshell:"A great place to relax for a few days"
barryg23's Colonia del Sacramento Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 5 - Photos: 12
 
Restaurants
Tips: 2 - Photos: 3
Hotels & Accommodations
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 1 - Photos: 4
Local Customs
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Packing ListsShopping
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2

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Colonia - the perfect antidote to Buenos AiresSeptember, 2007 8

Comments for barryg23 about Colonia del Sacramento
Maryou Sun Jul 5, 2009 23:18 UTC
 I am an Uruguayan from Miami, married for 33 years to an American fluent in Spanish who adores my country. Great Colonia comments! Looking forward for the Montevideo ones. (Mike also loves chivitos and Pilsen )We bought a condo in Malvin .
toonsarah Fri Jul 4, 2008 09:56 UTC
 Looks really lovely here. You and Kay between you have got me thinking about Uruguay as a possible future destination! I'm a sucker for a good sunset too ;)
Philippadunstan Fri Feb 15, 2008 21:58 UTC
 Hi, just wondering where in Colonia you managed to watch the rugby. Cheers.
angiebabe Sat Nov 17, 2007 21:33 UTC
 have enjoyed the read and catch up of your (enviable) journey!
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