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There are a few times when one gets to enjoy and learn at the same time and at an equal pace. If you are interested in knowing about cultures, civilizations, and heritage and having tons of fun along with it too, Montevideo is destined to be your selection for a visit.

Flights to Uruguay can be booked form nearly all International airports in the world, while one can also reach Montevideo on a cruise ship as it is the largest city and chief port of Uruguay.

Apart from being Uruguay’s wealthy coastal capital, Montevideo works like a magnet to attract tourists especially from Argentina. For those who come to visit this compact but beautiful city, it offers a variety of seasons and is the main center for shopping and entertainment. For those who possess a keen interest in Spanish history and traditions, the city presents charming Spanish colonial architecture, which is best found on the cobblestone streets of Ciudad Viejas, the old town of Montevideo. Also, many students of Spanish history book flights to Montevideo in groups and spend their vacation at this amazing destination while learning at the same time.

Cultural Heritage:

But one thing that elevates Montevideo from other traveling destinations is its well preserved charm of an old European city. It is a sophisticated place which sustains a multicultural environment under a lively atmosphere. You are bound to be enthralled by historic museums, dramatic theaters, enchanting music and their unique culture, once hosted at Montevideo. You can never be off the floor for the peppy tango dance would bewitch you to join the club, followed by musical rhythms, "Candomblé “, that are exclusive to Montevideo’s festive culture. Candomblé reflects a tradition Afro- Uruguay culture which is upheld with pride even today. Not even a single day in Montevideo goes by without the sound of drums. This is a ritual which is followed religiously particularly on weekends at the La Lamada (the call). The sound is so electrifying, passionate and sensational that you cannot help but jump in to be a party to it. The best way to discover Montevideo city is to have a walk through Ciudad Viejas and you will inarguably enjoy the rare architecture, a blend of colonial Spanish, Italian and Art Deco styles.

To enjoy Montevideo at its best, pay a visit at the time of their carnival celebrations. The carnival along with its festivity provides you a close insight to different cultural traits of Uruguay, such as the Candomblé. Dance, music, historic rituals, vibrant attires, exotic cuisines, masquerades and a lot more make up this matchless celebration.

Rare Cuisines:

Once you become their guest, the people of Montevideo will serve you with their special drink, ‘Yerba Mate’. Drinking and serving Mate has however been a long held tradition in Argentine culture, in Montevideo; Uruguay it is taken more as a passion. Interestingly, there are several ways of drinking this special herbal brew and the traditional way is to drink it without any addition of sugar or milk but only by adding warm water.

If you’re lucky to visit Montevideo, don’t forget to dine at one of their finest and most famous places, Mercado Del Puerto (Port market), which is famous for offering Montevideo’s unofficial national dish, Chivito. This is an extravagant steak sandwich on bread, with warm dripping cheese, hot freshly baked bacon, juicy tomatoes, lettuce and roasted red peppers. Those who have already been fortunate enough to have a taste of it bet that no Hot dog or Fish n Chips could be matched to it!

So if you’re a keen learner and a passionate traveler, do not miss out on this part of the world for it has plenty to offer in a very unique way. Many South American airlines offer cheap flight tickets to Montevideo the capital of Uruguay during Easter and Christmas season, an ideal time to visit this overwhelming city and be a part of the cultural celebrations.