9. Uruguay & final pages 11º edition
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154 Uruguay, one of the smallest of the South American republics, is located by the Atlantic Ocean between Argentina and Brazil. Its population is about 3 million inhabitants, half of which live in the capital, Montevideo. Its 500 km (300 miles) of fine sandy beaches, forests, hills, hot springs, art festivals, numerous opportunities for sport and entertainment, and above all its people, make Uruguay an ideal place to visit all year round. Highlights :: Colonia del Sacramento has a charming Barrio Histórico (historic quarter) that was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995. It has cobblestone streets built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and contains some brilliant examples of colonial architecture. Among the notable attractions around Plaza Mayor (main square) are: Museo Portugues, Museo de Azulejo (Tile Museum), Casa del Almirante Brown which houses Museo Municipal, Casa de Nacarello, Iglesia Matriz (Uruguay‛s oldest church) and El Faro (the lighthouse). :: Montevideo‛s architecture combines colonial, European and modern influences. The Ciudad Vieja (old City) is one of Montevideo‛ major tourist attractions. It is also famous for its nightlife and its Saturday morning open market. The Puerta de la Ciudadela (Door to the Citadel), the Cabildo (the old town council hall), the Cathedral, the Plaza Matriz, Plaza Zabala and the Port Market (with excellent parrillas* and seafood restaurants) are fine examples of Uruguay‛s colonial past. :: Punta del Este is the in vogue beach, full of restaurants, cultural activities and parties year round. Some of its most famous beaches are Portezuelo, La Barra (15 km from PDE) with its characteristic undulating bridge and the Manantiales beaches. José Ignacio (20 km from PDE) hosts the Playa Mansa (quiet beach), and the Playa Brava (with stronger surf). You can also visit the “The Hand in the Sand”, the hippie market, the old lighthouse and do a boat trip to Isla de Lobos. :: La Pedrera is a small and exclusive resort with beaches good for surfing, windsurfing, bodyboarding, diving and sport fishing. It is the ocean‛s outstanding beauty, encouraging waves, fine white sand and majestic rocks that make these beaches truly unique.
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Uruguay, one of the smallest of the South American republics, is located by the Atlantic Ocean between Argentina and Brazil.
Transcript of 9. Uruguay & final pages 11º edition
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Uruguay, one of the smallest of the South American republics, is located by the Atlantic Ocean between Argentina and Brazil. Its population is about 3 million inhabitants, half of which live in the capital, Montevideo. Its 500 km (300 miles) of fi ne sandy beaches, forests, hills, hot springs, art festivals, numerous opportunities for sport and entertainment, and above all its people, make Uruguay an ideal place to visit all year round.
Highlights
:: Colonia del Sacramento has a charming Barrio Histórico (historic quarter) that was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995. It has cobblestone streets built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and contains some brilliant examples of colonial architecture. Among the notable attractions around Plaza Mayor (main square) are: Museo Portugues, Museo de Azulejo (Tile Museum), Casa del Almirante Brown which houses Museo Municipal, Casa de Nacarello, Iglesia Matriz (Uruguay‛s oldest church) and El Faro (the lighthouse).
:: Montevideo‛s architecture combines colonial, European and modern infl uences. The Ciudad Vieja (old City) is one of Montevideo‛ major tourist attractions. It is also famous for its nightlife and its Saturday morning open market. The Puerta de la Ciudadela (Door to the Citadel), the Cabildo (the old town council hall), the Cathedral, the Plaza Matriz, Plaza Zabala and the Port Market (with excellent parrillas* and seafood restaurants) are fi ne examples of Uruguay‛s colonial past.
:: Punta del Este is the in vogue beach, full of restaurants, cultural activities and parties year round. Some of its most famous beaches are Portezuelo, La Barra (15 km from PDE) with its characteristic undulating bridge and the Manantiales beaches. José Ignacio (20 km from PDE) hosts the Playa Mansa (quiet beach), and the Playa Brava (with stronger surf). You can also visit the “The Hand in the Sand”, the hippie market, the old lighthouse and do a boat trip to Isla de Lobos.
:: La Pedrera is a small and exclusive resort with beaches good for surfi ng, windsurfi ng, bodyboarding, diving and sport fi shing. It is the ocean‛s outstanding beauty, encouraging waves, fi ne white sand and majestic rocks that make these beaches truly unique.
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URUGUAY
Ituzaingo 1436MONTEVIDEO
+598 (0)2 9156192 [email protected]
EL VIAJERO CIUDAD VIEJA HOSTELEl Viajero Ciudad Vieja Hostel is located a few steps away from the most attractive sites of the city and has excellent nightlife at its doorstep. This 19th century two-storey house, offers comfy twin rooms and dorms
with shared baths. What’s more, you get to use these amenities: 2 full kitchens, solarium and terrace, BBQ area, cable TV and a cool bar where weekly activities take place, including tango shows, pizza & chivitos nights and asado* & stadium outings.
Washington Barbot 164COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO
+598 (0)52 22683 [email protected]
EL VIAJERO HOSTEL & SUITES COLONIAThis hostel has high ceilings with wide skylights, neat fi replaces, cable TV and DVDs, great BBQ area, a solarium and a hip bar offering delish food at night. There are private rooms and dorms, all ensuite and with A/C. Located 700 m away from the port and bus station, just a 100 m from the famous “Historical Town” declared World Heritage by UNESCO, and 1500 m from beautiful beaches!
Bike & Scooter rentals and horseback riding outings, FUN!
10% off and stay 4 nights, pay 3 with Get South! (offer not valid from 24/12 to the end of Carnival)
Soriano 1073 corner ParaguayMONTEVIDEO
+598 (0)2 [email protected]
EL VIAJERO DOWNTOWN HOSTEL & SUITES
This hostel is strategically located in downtown Montevideo, just 2 blocks from one of the main avenues (18 de Julio) and only 10 minutes from the main tourist attractions. Take your pick between their 12 ensuite private rooms or ensuite dorms.
NEW!
All El Viajero Hostels follow the same concept, party hostels with young
bilingual staff ready to share great info and fun times with you.
Breakfast - Internet - Wi-FiFree in all 6 El Viajero Hostels!!
Check them out at www.elviajerohostels.com
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URUGUAY
Calle 6 n/n (150m away the water tank)LA PEDRERA
+598 (0)47 92252 [email protected]
EL VIAJERO LA PEDRERA HOSTEL & SUITESAn ideal spot to rest and relax, surrounded by a forest and close to the main street, bus stop and only 500 m from the beach. This dreamy hostel offers double rooms with ensuite baths, dorms, wide common area, TV/DVD room, fully equipped kitchen with earth oven, grill and a bar. Catch some sun rays in the gorgeous garden or on the terrace with wooden deck. Surf lessons, bike rentals and daily dinners are taken care of by the friendly bilingual staff.
WARNING: it’s normally closed
from April to October, so ask
before getting there!
Ruta 10 Km 164PUNTA DEL ESTE
+598 (0)42 [email protected]
EL VIAJERO MANANTIALES HOSTELLocated 20 minutes away from the centre of Punta del Este and nearby surfer’s paradise “Bikini Beach”. There are double rooms and
dorms with lockers and shared baths. You can also use the complete kitchen and take in wonderful views from the 4 terraces. Get a tan at their swimming pool and deck with hammocks and solarium, or sit at their open-air bar while enjoying yummy food, drinks and good tunes.
Av. Francia & CharrúaPUNTA DEL ESTE
+598 (0)42 [email protected]
EL VIAJERO BRAVA BEACH HOSTEL & SUITES
Convenientely located in the heart of Punta del Este, only 3 blocks from the bus station and “Playa Brava” with the famous hand sculpture.This hostel is just steps away from the main downtown tourist attractions: Gorlero street, the Yacht Club with its endless nightlife, Conrad Hotel, the lighthouse, artisan plaza and the trendy Punta beaches La Brava and La Mansa. They offer both ensuite private and shared rooms making this your beach paradise!
10% off and stay 4 nights, pay 3 with
Get South! (offer not valid from 24/12 to the end of Carnival)
Reserve at www.elviajerohostels.com
NEW!
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•Albergue / Hostal: hostel•Amigo: friend•Asado: barbeque•Barco: boat/ship•Barrio: neighborhood•Bodegas: wineries•Boliche: clubs, discos•Bosque: forest•Buceo: scuba diving•Buena onda: good vibe•Cabaña: cabin, cottage•Cabildo: old town hall•¿Cachai?: get it? (Chile)•Cancha: fútbol stadium•Cañón: canyon•Cardón: giant cactus•Cascada: waterfall•Castillo: castle•Cerro: hill•Ciudad: city •Che: Hey•Chicas: girls•Chivito: Uruguayan sandwich•Choripán: sausage in a bun•Cordillera: mountain range•Desayuno: breakfast•Desierto: desert•Dulce de leche: caramel•Empanadas: pastries filled with beef, ham and cheese, etc. •Estancia: ranches•Estero: marshal•Fogón: bonfire•Fútbol: soccer, football•Gauchos: Argentinean cowboys•Guanaco: small llama•Hospedaje: budget accommodation
•Iglesia: church•Isla: island•Lago: lake•Laguna: lagoon•Locro: an Andean stew dish •Lomito: a tasty sandwich made with beef, chicken or pork•Mariscos: shellfish•Mate: traditional tea drunk from a gourd with a metal straw•Micro: local bus (Chile)•Milanesas: deep fried or oven baked breaded veal or chicken •Mina: mine, chick (girl)•Mochilero: backpacker•Montaña: mountain•Novio/a: boy/girlfriend•Ñandú: South American ostrich•Parque: park•Parrilla: grill•Peña: places to enjoy traditional music, dances and local food •Picada: local nibbles platter•Playa: beach•Plaza: square•Pololo/a: boy/girlfriend (Chile)•Porteño: Buenos Aires or Valparaíso native•Posada: inn•Pueblo: town•Puerto: port•Quebrada: gorge•Río: river•Salar / Salinas: salt flats•Tren: train•Valle: valley•Vino: wine
** Glossary**
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Hola / AdiósSí/NoPor favor (Muchas) Gracias De nadaPerdónDisculpeHabla inglés?Cuánto cuesta?Cómo te llamas?Me llamo…
Hello/GoodbyeYes/NoPlease
Thank you (very much)You are welcome
Excuse meI’m sorry (forgive me)
Do you speak English?How much is it?
What’s your name?My name is…
A bankAn ATM
The post officeDowntownPharmacy
The telephone centreThe tourist office
The policeThe police station
What time does it open/close? I’m lost
What time does the next … leave/arrive? boat bus (city) bus (intercity) I would like a one-way/return ticket. Bus station I’d like to hire a car/ bicycle Where is...? Near / far
A qué hora sale/llega el próximo....? barco colectivo ómnibus / busQuisiera un pasaje de ida/ida y vuelta Terminal de ómnibusQuisiera alquilar un auto/ bicicletaDónde está?Cerca / Lejos
un bancoun cajero automáticoel correo el centrola farmaciael locutoriola oficina de turismola policíala comisaríaA qué hora abre/cierra?Estoy perdido / a
** Spanish-English Dictionary **
BASIC
GETTING AROUND
AROUND TOWN
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SIGNS
ACCOMMODATION
TIME & DAYS
What time is it?Today / Tomorrow / Yesterday
Morning / Afternoon / Evening
MondayTuesday
WednesdayThursday
FridaySaturdaySunday
Qué hora es?Hoy / Mañana / AyerMañana / Tarde / Noche
LunesMartesMiércolesJuevesViernesSábadoDomingo
Entrada / SalidaEmpuje / TireAbierto / CerradoBaños de hombres / mujeres
Entrance / ExitPush / Pull
Open / CloseMen / Women toilets
HotelYouth hostel
Camping groundDo you have any rooms available?
A single roomA double room
dormfor one night
for two nightsHow much is it per night/person?
Is breakfast included?
HotelHostel / albergue / HostalCampingTiene habitaciones libres?una habitación individualuna habitación dobledormispor una nochepor dos nochesCuánto cuesta por noche/persona?Incluye desayuno?
** Spanish-English Dictionary **
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