In this state of Latin America are celebrated as usual for us holidays, and original, colorful, which are clear only to those who grew up on this land. Let's find out about the largest and most significant local events, which will be interesting for tourists.
List of holidays in Uruguay
When you are going to visit this faraway country, you should familiarize yourself in advance with what festivals Uruguay will take at the time of your stay here, so as not to miss the fascinating action. So, Uruguayans celebrate:
- January 1, like us, Uruguayans cheerfully celebrate the New Year. People take to the streets, congratulate each other, watch the festive fireworks.
- January 6 is the Day of the Magi or Baptism, a church holiday, since the Uruguayans are a very devout people.
- In January-March each year differently Uruguay holds its famous carnival. It is very long - more than 80 days. During it you can see endless colorful shows, street ballet performances, masquerades, listen to musicians of all stripes.
- In early April, the population of Uruguay is celebrating the so-called week of tourism.
- April 19 - the day dedicated to the landing of the detachment of the 33rd in 1825.
- May 1, like in many countries around the world, Uruguayans celebrate the day of solidarity of workers.
- On June 19, every year, the birthday of the hero of the nation, Jose Artigas, is magnificently celebrated here.
- July 18 is the Day of the State Constitution.
- August 25 marks the country's independence.
- The first decade of October is the celebration of the discovery of America.
- November 2 remember the deceased.
- December 25 is the day of Christmas.