Day 78

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NOVEMBER 17, 2019

 MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
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Lecturer, Hugh Neighbour, calls Uruguay unique, referring to it as "the Switzerland of South America". Uruguay is progressive, modern, democratic and safer than most countries in this continent. Its citizens are exceedingly industrious resulting in the highest standard of living in South America. A special place to visit.

 Our city tour revealed upscale parts of town that were less dense and more pleasing to the eye than Rio's. As today is Sunday, downtown is deserted except for tourists. But the parks and beaches were jam packed with locals who apparently revel in the outdoors (where possible, they were in the shade due to the 31 degree heat).

 While Rio's Copacabana and Ipanema beaches get the attention, Montevideo's beaches are equally attractive.





















Just across from the docks there is an indoor market with at least a dozen busy restaurants. Obviously the supply of eateries in this marketplace is well beyond the demands of seasonal tourists; apparently, Montevideanos like to dine out.   

There is a feeling of well being in Montevideo, a sense of confidence and cooperation that is noticeable in the locals that we met and talked with. Uruguay is my kind of place.

 Tomorrow Karen and I will be traveling to Iguazu Falls and staying there overnight. So, my next blog will cover the period November 18 & 19.

If you have never heard Laura Sullivan's music, you are missing something special. This composition is titled "Coral Castle". There will be several more of her tunes during this voyage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tsYer7qc950



Comments

  1. MollyNovember 22, 2019 at 2:57 PM

    Hi J and K,

    Now Montevideo sounds like a place I'd like to visit. Still enjoying your blog. Like Laura Sullivans music and have bookmarked Beancounters, thanks.

    Stay well and continue having fun, cheers Molly

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