Facts about Uruguay give cryptic and basic information on the location, climate, people, government, economy and industry of the country.
Facts about Uruguay help to form overall view on the country of Uruguay.
Some facts regarding Uruguay Geography include:
- On the north of Uruguay, lies Brazil. It is bounded in the south by the Atlantic Ocean and the Rio de la Plata. Argentina lies to the west of the country. The Uruguay River surrounds the entire western side. The terrain is characterized by rolling plains, low hills and fertile coastal lowland. The climate is mainly warm and temperate.
- The natural resources include hydropower, minerals, arable lands and fisheries.
- The capital of the country is Montevideo. It is also the chief port and economic center. It consists about 43% of the total Uruguayan population.
Some of the Miscellaneous Facts of Uruguay include:
- The total population is around 3,460,607, according to the 2007 census. Population growth rate is 0.504%.The literacy rate of the people is almost 98%.
- Government type is constitutional republic
- The country got independence on 25th August 1825 from Brazil. This day is celebrated as a National holiday.
- The economy can be characterized by export-oriented agricultural sector with educated and efficient work force.
- Uruguayan peso is the currency of the country.
- The main industries in the country include food processing, electrical machinery, transportation equipment, petroleum products, textiles, chemicals and beverages.
