Independence Square

Local namePlaza Independencia
LocationMontevideo, Uruguay

Plaza Independencia is the most important city square in Montevideo, Uruguay, laid out in the 19th century in the area occupied by the Citadel of Montevideo. In its center is a monument to General José Gervasio Artigas, and below it, his mausoleum.

Located in barrio Centro, on its border with the Ciudad Vieja, the square has been used for numerous political demonstrations and official public events. Prominent buildings facing the square include the Palacio Salvo, Solís Theatre, Estévez Palace, and Executive Tower.

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Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plaza_Independencia

Address 754 Calle Independencia, Montevideo, Uruguay

Coordinates -34°54'23.424" N -56°11'59.128" E

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