Founded by the Portuguese in 1680 on the Río de la Plata, the city was of strategic importance in resisting the Spanish. After being disputed for a century, it was finally lost by its founders. The well-preserved urban landscape illustrates the successful fusion of the Portuguese, Spanish and post-colonial styles.
- Country
- Uruguay
- Region
- South America
- Category
- Cultural
- Inscribed
- 1995
- UNESCO reference
- 747
- Area
- 19 ha