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Punta del Este: the main tourist center of Uruguay
Punta del Este is one of Uruguay‘s main tourist centers. Located in the southeastern part of the country, bordered on one side by the waves of the Atlantic Ocean and on the other by the vast estuary of the Río de la Plata, it is undoubtedly one of the best-known destinations in the cruise industry. […] Read more
Fray Bentos: the old industrial area of Uruguay
Fray Bentos, renowned for having been a significant industrial area throughout the 20th century, is a city located in the western part of Uruguay, along the banks of the Uruguay River. This industrial zone, once home to a large canned meat production plant and close to important waterways for goods transportation, has now largely been […] Read more
Pittsburgh: City of Sports, Rivers and Bridges
Bridges are a great city’s great connectors. Pittsburgh is experiencing a River Renaissance, affirming an identity drawn from its famous bridges and rivers. These iconic structures connect the land mass to the downtown and riverfront. The city’s three Sister Bridges are a strategic way of connecting people. They strengthen existing neighborhoods and create new ones. […] Read more
Discovering Ribeira, the pulsating heart of Porto
Ribeira is the most characteristic neighborhood of Porto, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996 for its unique features. It consists of narrow streets that climb up the hill, steeply overlooking the Douro River, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean a little further ahead. Due to its hillside location, Ribeira is characterized by continuous […] Read more
Colonia del Sacramento: the oldest city in Uruguay
Colonia del Sacramento, located on the banks of the Río de la Plata, is the oldest city in Uruguay and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This small city, rich in picturesque streets and hidden corners to explore, is a place steeped in history and charm, showcasing an incredible fusion of Spanish, Portuguese, and post-colonial architecture. […] Read more
Porto: a city to fill up with art, history, and culture
Once in Porto, one can’t help but feel immersed in its art, traditions, and history. Perhaps that’s why the third most populous city in Portugal continues to attract more and more tourists every year who take advantage of visiting it to admire its wonders. Before we begin to discover the city’s artistic beauties, let’s treat […] Read more
Valencia in a Day, to Discover by bike
Valencia is a completely flat city, and its 200 kilometers of bike paths allow travelers to reach any point of interest with ease. Adding to this, the fact that good weather is practically constant here, it goes without saying that the bicycle is the ideal means to explore it far and wide. Indeed, visiting Valencia […] Read more
Discovering Porto and the Folk Music of Fado
Recognized by UNESCO since 2011 as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Fado is a genre of Portuguese folk music, typical especially of the cities of Lisbon, Coimbra, and Porto. For its musical passion, Fado is often compared to tango; however, Fado is a more introspective and intimate music that, recalling the past, sings with sadness […] Read more
Montevideo: The Capital of Uruguay
Montevideo is the capital, main port, and most populous city of Uruguay with a whopping 1.3 million inhabitants. Despite this, Montevideo is not a chaotic city; in fact, it is the most livable city in South America. The city is home to many people of Spanish and Italian origin; however, the architectural style and buildings […] Read more
Porto: The City Between Culture and Flavors
Porto, a city of baroque beauty nestled on the banks of the Douro River, boasts diverse landscapes and cultural richness. It is also the city of wine and tastings, providing various culinary delights to savor. Cuisine, as we know, is an integral part of every journey, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the culture, […] Read more
