Montevideo - The Capital of Uruguay

Population
1,381,611
Language
Spanish
Continent
South America
Since
1830
Eco Ranking
99/195

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

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Flight time from Montevideo to other capitals

CityDistance (km)Flight Time
Buenos Aires2000h 14m
Cape Town67007h 53m
Washington, D.C.850010h 0m
London1100012h 56m
Paris1100012h 56m
Rome1100012h 56m
Canberra1180013h 53m
Abu Dhabi1330015h 39m
Singapore1570018h 28m
Tokyo1860021h 53m

Capitals with similar population to Montevideo

CityPopulation
Sofia1,405,612
Belgrade1,405,192
Dublin1,388,233
Montevideo1,381,611
Tegucigalpa1,363,000
Prague1,335,084
Niamey1,292,023

Capitals with similar eco ranking to Montevideo

CityEco Rank
Kuwait City96
South Tarawa97
Mexico City98
Montevideo99
Windhoek100
Dakar101
Cairo102

Source: Environmental Performance Index 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the highlights of Montevideo?

    The Ciudad Vieja (Old Town), Rambla waterfront, local beaches, tango shows, and Mercado del Puerto are must-sees.

  • Which languages are spoken in Montevideo?

    Spanish is the official language, but English and Portuguese are sometimes spoken in tourist areas.

  • What makes Montevideo unique?

    The combination of colonial architecture, tango music, beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere makes Montevideo special.

  • What is the climate like in Montevideo?

    Montevideo has a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and warm summers.

  • Is Montevideo safe for tourists?

    Montevideo is generally safe, but be alert for pickpockets in busy areas.

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Montevideo, capital of Uruguay

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