Uruguay Your Way If you have a penchant for shopping you can find local goods at the central market or high-end shops that cater to the more affluent. Find yourself missing a movie from home? Montevideo has a large cinema center that plays recently released English speaking and other foreign films. Movie theaters are within the neighborhood, but not too close to interrupt residential living. Nearby is La Rambla, a waterfront promenade, with fish stalls, piers and more parks. Walking is a comfortable option, but public transportation is plentiful, reliable and cheap. Taxis run night and day and the meter is ridiculously reasonable – no matter how far you venture.Latin America hold a special fascination for me. There are so many choices of …show more content…
If you have found yourself in this far-away land then it's likely you are a seasoned traveler. While Uruguay is ranked number one in Latin America as the most peaceful, democratic country with the least amount of corruption and a high standard of living, needless to say you still need to respect that every country is unique unto itself and not a knock-off of where you previously lived. There are differences that require adjustments and integration. The capital of Uruguay, Montevideo, is home to big city life that rivals well known cities anywhere in the world. Fine dining, modern cuisine, art galleries, concerts and a variety of cultural events are all part of the life of a Montevideon. The total population of Uruguay is only 3.4 million, with approximately half living in Montevideo. With the feel of a small town, Montevideo is divided into 62 neighborhoods that stretch over 200 square miles. For ex-pats one of the most popular locations within this desirable metropolis is Punta Carretas. Renting or buying is very reasonable. If considering buying in this coveted area you can find a two bedroom, 2 bath, 1,100 square foot apartment for a price tag of less than $100K