Uruguay is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of South America.

How large and how populated is Uruguay?

Uruguay covers approximately 176,215 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 3,499,451, recorded for 2,023. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

Which countries or regions are associated with Uruguay?

Uruguay is associated with the following country or countries: Uruguay. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Rocha Department. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Uruguay?

The official name of Uruguay is Oriental Republic of Uruguay, and its native name is República Oriental del Uruguay. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Uruguay?

Uruguay is associated with the following language codes: es, and with the time zone America/Montevideo. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What geographic character defines Uruguay?

Uruguay is classified in the dataset as a coastal location. Coastal geography often shapes climate patterns, settlement history, access routes, and the broader natural identity of a place.

What are the main country facts for Uruguay?

For Uruguay, the capital is Montevideo, the largest city is Montevideo, and the associated currency code is UYU. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Uruguay in geographic datasets?

Uruguay is identified by the ISO code UY and the country code UY. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Uruguay?

Uruguay is associated with the following region or regions: Rocha Department. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Uruguay is a unitary presidential republic located in southeastern South America. It covers approximately 176,215 km² and has a population of nearly 3.5 million people. The capital and largest city is Montevideo, where roughly 2 million people live in the metropolitan area. Uruguay gained independence between 1825 and 1828 following territorial disputes involving Portugal, Spain, Brazil, and the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata.

Uruguay, officially the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, is a sovereign nation in the Southern Cone of South America. The country emerged from colonial territorial disputes between Portuguese and Spanish powers in the 17th and 18th centuries, achieving independence after a four-way struggle. Today it operates as a democratic constitutional republic with a president serving as both head of state and government. Uruguay has been recognized for its advanced welfare state, stable politics, and high human development index.

Largest city:Montevideo

Currency code:UYU

ISO code:UY

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Capital

Montevideo

Area

176,215 km²

Population

3,499,451 (2,023)

Coastal

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Mountainous

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Uruguay geography and landscape

Uruguay is situated in the southeastern part of South America, bordering Argentina to its west and southwest, Brazil to its north and northeast, the Río de la Plata estuary to the south, and the Atlantic Ocean to the southeast. The terrain consists primarily of rolling plains and low hills, with the highest point being Cerro Catedral at approximately 514 meters. The country has several rivers including the Uruguay River, Paraná River, and Negro River.

Uruguay nature and environment

Uruguay's landscape is characterized by grasslands, forests, and coastal ecosystems. The Atlantic coastline features beaches and wetlands, while the interior contains plains used for agriculture and livestock. The country has several protected areas and nature reserves supporting diverse wildlife.

Uruguay climate and seasonal conditions

Uruguay has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and winters are mild. The country receives moderate rainfall throughout the year, with precipitation fairly evenly distributed across the seasons.

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