About Uruguay
Uruguay is a small country,
located in South America. The country is known for its scenic vistas and
is a must-visit for beach lovers. The long coastline of Uruguay ensures
that it has a steady stretch of fine
beaches,
providing some of the most exquisite scenes to visitors. The country
shares its borders with Argentina and Brazil. The capital of Uruguay is
Montevideo
and is an
important trading and commercial center. People here love finer aspects
of life and often indulge in theatre, ballet and symphonic concerts.
Uruguay used to
be
South America’s
best-kept secret, with a handful of Argentines, Brazilians, Chileans and
non–South Americans in the know popping in to enjoy the pristine
beaches, the atmospheric cities, the huge steaks and the happening
nightlife. The official currency of
Uruguay
is the Uruguayan Peso (UYU), but US Dollars are also accepted by some
tourist businesses, retailers and taxi drivers. The peso is divided into
100 centécimos. Currency can be
exchanged at banks and
Money Exchange Shops, which both offer similar exchange rates. Exchange
rates tend to fluctuate frequently. There are plenty of ATMs available
in shopping centers and attached to banks in commercial areas, but not
all cards are accepted. Credit cards, including Visa,
MasterCard,
American Express and
Diners Club,
are widely accepted by shops and restaurants. Travelers checks are
easiest to exchange if in US Dollars.
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