Thursday, April 17, 2008

Inquiries about temporary visas to Uruguay

We have received several inquiries from people living in African and Asian countries about how to get temporary visas to atend the meeting in Uruguay.

Here is the link with the information of countries not requiring visa and the addressess and emails of Uruguayan embassies and consulates all over the world.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

The world biggest barbecue

Uruguay mile-long barbecue sets world record and enters the Guinness

[see video here]

Monday, April 14, 2008

Fast Times in the Switzerland of the Americas

Marlon Bishop tells us about his recent experience in Montevideo. The reason for his visit was to learn about candombe afro-uruguayan rythm which has become a symbol of the whole nation.

[to read the article click here]

Sunday, April 13, 2008

US Department of State Information on Uruguay

Report on Uruguay by the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs January 2008

Here you can find general information on:

PeopleHistoryGovernmentPolitical ConditionsEconomyDefenseForeign RelationsU.S. RelationsTravel/BusinessBackground Notes A-Z