1. Uruguay

2. Uruguay is in South America The capital of Uruguay is Montevideo

3. Tourist Attractions Aguas Dulces is a major fishing village Montevideo is known for it’s white sandy beaches Plaza Independencia is an important plaza

4.  66% Roman Catholic  2% Protestant and other forms of Christianity  1% Jewish  31% other

5.  The president of Uruguay is Jose Mujica  The form of government is a constitutional republic

6. Major Historical Events On August 25 1825 Uruguay gained it’s independence from Spain

7. Famous People  Atahualpa Cioppo was a famous playwright and theatre director

8.  Rice is an important export  Beef is also a major export

9. T RADITIONAL S ONG / D ANCE The Tango and Murga are popular dances A traditional folk song is Milonga

10.  Natalicio de artiqas is celebrating the national hero Jose Gervasio Artigos

11. Climate In the summer tempetures can tend to be 75 degrees Fahrenheit The winter is usually around 55 degrees Fahrenheit

12. Currency  Money in Uruguay is called Uruguayan Pesos  1 Dollar = 20 Uruguayan pesos