Colonia Del Sacramento.
This charming little coastal town dating back to the 17th century should not be missed. A former fortress and contraband port now protected by UNESCO, Colonia has wonderful old Portuguese colonial architecture and streets shaded by sycamores. The old Barrio Historico is a slow-paced hamlet, a place to stroll cobblestone lanes, linger under palm trees in the park or sit and watch local fishermen cast for the day's catch. On our most recent trip there, the air was fragrant from spring blooms - a welcome change from the more-polluted air of Buenos Aires and Montevideo. Hotels in Colonia del Sacramento |