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Published: August 25th 2013
Minas - Cerro Mistico A few weeks ago I went exploring the Uruguayan heartland with Maria Ines - a consultant for the bank from Miami. We spent the night in Cerro Mistico, an ecological lodge with fabulous 360 degrees views.
Colonia del Sacramento Founded in 1680 by Portugal, the colony was later disputed by the Spanish, who settled on the opposite bank of the river at Buenos Aires. On clear days and at night the capital can actually be seen.
I had a great day out with Ana and her family - thanks so much again. With fantastic weather we decided to explore the place by bike. We ended up at the Sheraton having wine and some nibbles.
On the drive back to Montevideo they insisted that we stop in "Neuvo Helvetico" - a sleepy village with Swiss cantonal flags every where (slightly bizarre) - and the best cheese in the country. We had dinner in the Hotel Suiza where we started with Fondue - a classical starter in Switzerland - followed by Rösti and Spätzle (they call it Swiss Gnocchi).
Well prepared for my return, nothing stands in my way to board the plane
Colonia del Sacramento
Lovely restaurants and coffee places everywherethis Wednesday.
Love P
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