In today’s episode, we will learn more about Uruguay.
Here are some facts about Uruguay:
Uruguay is a South American country known for its verdant interior and beach-lined coast.
North and East: Brazil to the north and east
West: the Uruguay River serves as its western boundary with Argentina
Southeast: Atlantic Ocean South: Río de la Plata
Size: 176,215 km²
President: Luis Lacalle Pou
Capital: Montevideo
Population: 3.449 million (2018)
Currency: Peso
Uruguayo Official language: Spanish
Official Flower: Ceibo – Erythrina Crista-Galli
Official Food: Chivito
Official Animal: Southern lapwing
National sport: Football (soccer)
Fun Fact:
Jose Mujica: The world’s ‘poorest’ president. He was called that because he was one of the most human presidents that we have ever heard of. He donated 90% of his income to help needy people.
Uruguay first competed at the Olympic Games in 1924 in Paris, where it won the gold medal in football.
Antarctosaurus is a discourse that lived in Uruguay. We hope you will enjoy each adventure and looking forward to touring the world together! To join the discussion and help us select the next country, follow us on any of the following social media:
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Resources:
https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/dino-d…https://www.britannica.com/place/Urug…https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-202…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GX6a…