Visit Soriano Department
The Soriano Department of Uruguay is located within the southwestern region of the country. This peaceful and picturesque area is known for its rural nature and captivating scenery. The department's capital city, Mercedes, is the center of all cultural activity in the region and its main economic hub.
One must-see attraction in Soriano is Casa de los Pintores, a museum devoted to local Uruguayan artists found in Carmelo, a small area within Soriano Department. The collection features works from some of Uruguay's most renowned painters such as Carlos Federico Saez Rodriguez and Armando Palacio Valdes.
Also worth visiting is San Pedro de Timote, an 18th century fortress constructed by an Italian immigrant family which lies eastwards across the Rosario river from Carmelo. Now it serves as a municipal park open to visitors who come here to explore its fascinating architecture or just take in its serene surroundings.
An interesting historical fact about this region is that during World War II refugees fleeing Nazi Germany settled here alongside local communities where they founded agricultural colonies which eventually led to a prosperous era for both immigrants and locals alike.
One must-see attraction in Soriano is Casa de los Pintores, a museum devoted to local Uruguayan artists found in Carmelo, a small area within Soriano Department. The collection features works from some of Uruguay's most renowned painters such as Carlos Federico Saez Rodriguez and Armando Palacio Valdes.
Also worth visiting is San Pedro de Timote, an 18th century fortress constructed by an Italian immigrant family which lies eastwards across the Rosario river from Carmelo. Now it serves as a municipal park open to visitors who come here to explore its fascinating architecture or just take in its serene surroundings.
An interesting historical fact about this region is that during World War II refugees fleeing Nazi Germany settled here alongside local communities where they founded agricultural colonies which eventually led to a prosperous era for both immigrants and locals alike.
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Cities in Soriano Department
Dolores, Palmitas, Villa Soriano, José Enrique Rodó, Santa Catalina, Mercedes, Cardona