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Uruguay Society and Culture



Contemporary Uruguay society and culture is a blend of European settler culture and the social mores of the native South American tribes. Uruguayan society has a large middle class.

The Uruguay society and culture is characterized by comparatively liberal and free thinking, when compared with its more strait laced South American neighboring states. The Uruguay culture has a surprisingly large number of literary and artistic traditions compared to its small size. The tango is an intrinsic part of Uruguayan culture. It is a joyful mix of music, lyrics and artful movement.

The Uruguayan society has class distinctions. The upper class consists of the economically powerful businessmen, politicians and the landed gentry of ranchers. The lower class is a mix of domestic workers, peasants and blue collar workers. The middle classes of Uruguay include white collar workers, professionals, and some farmers. The upper classes constitute about 5% of the total population.

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