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South America

Uruguay

Colonial streets, wild Atlantic beaches, asado and mate. Say hola, share a mate, and enjoy!

Local time
08:42
Currency
UYU
Calling code
+598
Capital
Montevideo
Languages spoken
Spanish

Respect & manners

  • Mate is everywhere: if offered, it is a sign of friendship (say "gracias" only when you want to stop).
  • Dinner is late.
  • Tipping: about 10% in restaurants.
  • Uruguayans are relaxed and polite.
  • Card payment is common.

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