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  • Federico G
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I was able to visit Cerro San Antonio this summer, it is a beautiful place, it has a beautiful view, a nice place to walk and have a few mates with the family, highly recommended.
    Written 24 May 2021
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  • Filo
    52 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Rambla is the primary road next to the quite wonderful and very popular Piriapolis beach. There are restaurants, ice-cream shops, souvenir shops, currency exchange, hotels, side-walk seating, and more...
    Written 29 June 2020
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  • Juan M
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Playa Hermosa (Beautiful Beach) is a lovely long and wide Beach that is close to the city of Pirapolis. Not as busy as some of the better know beaches close by (Pirapolis, San Fransisco) but every bit as nice. A lovely spot to watch the sunset.
    Written 1 February 2020
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  • Adventure Diva
    Manchester, CT2,167 contributions
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    If you are in the area, take a detour. Halfway up the hill is the impressive Fountain del Toro - a life-size bull made of bronze where a small stream of water comes out of the mouth. Once you reach the summit of the hill, you get to see great views. Closed toe shoes recommended.
    Written 13 May 2019
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  • Filo
    52 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This beach is an excellent summer destination.
    Nestled between the actual points of Punta Colorada and Punta Negra, this beach is my absolute favorite. There are life-guards at the beach in the summer, and there is an impressive range of very interesting places to rent for the entire family.
    Written 25 June 2020
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  • Lalita_Viajera
    Buenos Aires, Argentina137 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our visit was on a cloudy autumn day as part of a tour and we were well surprised about the variety of species there. It is perfect for families.
    Written 11 June 2015
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  • MrsPiket
    Rotterdam, The Netherlands2,505 contributions
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    Piriá Castle dates from 1897, was the home of Francisco Piriá and is located 4km from Piriápolis. The town was inspired by the beauty of the French Riviera.

    In the interbellum Piriápolis was one the most exclusive seaside spa towns in the world. Today Piriápolis hosts middle-class Uruguayans and few tourists. In South America the place for the rich & famous now has been taken over by Cabo del Este.

    We came on a Saturday in November and on the spacious garden we found a show of upgrades light-motorcycles and pushed-up cars loaded with giant ghetto blasters. The sound reached over 110dB. The young Uruguayans public loved it. On Saturday evening they parade their cars with their ghetto blasters driving over the rambla of Piriápolis.

    The landmark is perched on a hilltop and looks down over the seaside town. Entrance of the stout building is free and provides a glimpse into Piriá's Piria’s mystical beliefs. He followed the Umbanda religion, a combination of Christianity and mystical practices. Piria built not only his dream home but also Piriápolis in a layout which honored the Tree of Life of the Kabbalah and the Constellation of Aquarius.

    The road which sweeps up to the castle’s façade is lined with palm trees shipped from the Canary Islands. The grandeur of the building, with sturdy towers and robust symmetry has not withstood time. Only the ground floor is open to the public. There you can see the resident and guest rooms as well as the kitchen. A timeline provides a history of Francisco Piriá and his visionary town.

    Beyond is one of Uruguay’s highest mountains. There stable ruins behind the castle are fenced off. On the way to Piriapolis you will see the abandoned church also built by Francisco Piria but never completed.
    Written 22 November 2021
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  • Filo
    52 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Playa San Francisco is an excellent sand beach for a family. There are also lots of vacation rentals near-by.
    Written 25 June 2020
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  • Filo
    52 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The short ride up to the top of Cerro San Antonio is a must for people visiting Piriapolis for the first time.
    There are gift shops, a restaurant and a shrine.
    Written 25 June 2020
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  • maria m
    81 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not far from Piriapolis, stand a mountain-hill with a big cross named 'cerro Pan de Azucar'
    At the foot of the hill there is a 'zoo' where multiple Uruguayan native animals are protected. The flora around is also native.
    A nice experience. Recommended.
    Written 27 November 2017
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  • Filo
    52 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This rather curious water temple is wonderfully illuminated at night. I have always enjoyed the sight of it as I drive past. It is located near a variety of vacation rental options, although it is not near the beach.
    Written 25 June 2020
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