Caves containing evidence of prehistoric human dwellers were found in Salto by a team of Uruguayan scientists. They are thought to be the most ancient in the continent. “An archaeological site was found approximately 200 km North-west of the town of Salto (500 km North-west of Montevideo), with a number of unprecedented archaeological findings”, archaeologist [...]

The sensual passionate tango dance originated in the River Plate cities of Montevideo and Buenos Aires and the presentation was jointly submitted by Uruguay and Argentina to the Unesco convention which began Tuesday in Abu Dhabi.
Unesco said heritages seeking approval, transmit from “generation to generation” and give “communities and groups a feeling of identity”.
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“It makes us feel very proud; finally a fundamental heritage of Uruguayan culture has been recognized and is a tribute to the talent and cohesion spirit of Uruguay’s Afro descendents”, said Hugo Achugar, from Uruguay’s Culture Ministry.
The Candombe dance is a fusion of various African traditions with a colorful choreography and blend of rhythms that [...]