With just a week before I leave from this beautiful place, I thought that it was high time that I post some pictures of this place, which has been my abode for the past 3 months. Its been exactly 3 months today, as I write this, and have seen the different climatic conditions here. From the nice pleasant summer when I had just arrived to now, when its shivering cold. And I enjoyed every moment of each of the weather.
In a way I was also lucky enough to have stayed at various places in this short stay. From Radisson to Palldium, while being a permanent guest at Jitesh's and Abhijits apartment, and now finally at the apartment in Cavia. Everything has been so memorable.
The view from the older apartment has been the best so far, especially when you are lying in the bed and the view from the 10th floor , is simply unmatched.
I dont everthink that I will be able to have this view from my bedroom. While at night its even more prettier with all the lights making it an awesome view.
But this view will always remain in my mind .
Then the good times that we had at the beach will be unforgettable.
Language was always a problem here. But then at every point we had some help coming to our rescue. Even at a saturday market, this person had a great command over English and very much fluent.
This saturday market has all the essential stuff thats needed, right from clothes to all kind of vegetables. And they are very very decently priced. I had got my most of the shopping done here itself, and I would consider it as a value for money.
The historic monuments can be seen at various places and it can clearly be seen as an old city.
This building is a signature building of Montevideo.
The Independence Plaza, which is the important city square, had lot of exhibitions and people coming to see the historic place
This is just infront of the Hotel Radisson, where I was put up for a month.
There is also a memorial , which is kind of underground, of the Freedom Fighter of Uruguay, Artigas.
Its a must see for all tourists. I hadnt taken any photos out there, since i felt, one shouldnt take photos there. There are two guards there, who remain standstill for the whole day. Its a treat to see this place.
This picture below, is just next to entrance to this place.
Montevideo is incomplete with the mention of the Rambla(details of Rambla given below) and the beach all around
The boat club which could be seen from our apartment, was a terrific view again. (Though this one is not taken from the apartment)
But nothing to have a nice morning jog along the Rambla, seeing these beautiful views to start the day
This place would also place me amongst the one to have visited a tatoo parlour. Thank fully it was not for me, but for Jitesh. He had the crazy idea from a very long time and finally 4 days before his return his dream came true. (Please see some of the previous posts for the write up on this ) The Laugh and Cry tatoo which he chose came out very well, and didnt really cost him a fortune. Check the site here for more details on the Tattoo parlour. Eduardo does a very very professional job and everything in the studio is very very hygienic. I was very impressed with the whole setup, and my first visit will surely remain memorable for the better.
The road along the side of the beach is called Rambla. Its a beautiful stretch of roads which literally goes out of the city. The promenade along the beach is very nice to walk, jog cycle on. This is something, which I wouldnt get even in Goa, my native place. The beach here is just one block away, and once when I was in Hotel Palladium it was just a matter of crossing the road.
Some of the pictures of the Rambla and the beach side along it.
Among all things on the Rambla, what makes every Indian proud is that, part of the Rambla is called Mahatma Gandhi Rambla, and just across is the statue of Mahatma Gandhiji.
We were also surprised to see a perpendicular road from the Mahatma Gandhi is names Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru road. Never ever imagined that I would frequent this part of the world and I would see all these names in this country.
One more particular thing that I noticed is that, every Uruguaian has lot of respect for Indians, and its a very nice feeling to be known to that fact, though we are miles and miles away from India.
As I mentioned earlier, this place just surprises me time and again. Another aspect was the vehicles that are found here. We could spot some of the typical Indian vehicles in this part of the world. Our very own Maruti 800 is found in this country. To add to that list is , Mahindra Jeep, Bajaj Chetak scooter, Bajaj Auto rickshaw, and even a TVS scooty. Hero Honds CD100 are found in plenty here. But what made me nostalgic is the presence of Hero Puch moped.
I also got a chance to visit the Columbia Embassy and the folks here and was able to meet them personally. Can I get more lucky than that.
Lastly regarding my work here. I was privileged to visit this beautiful place for a client Antel which is the biggest telecom provider for this country. The Antel tower is a beautiful sight to watch and I would consider it as a privilege to be a part of this assignment.
As I move away from this place, I am sure I am going to miss this and will continue to haunt me forever.
Just posting some more pictures below with some description.
Hope you enjoyed reading and seeing these pictures. Your comments are welcome , or should I say necessary.
The Beautiful Sunrise as seen from our apartment
Visit to Embassy of Columbia with Br Ken
The Election Campaigning at its best, as we drive through on the Rambla
The Beautiful house where I had stayed in at Piriya Polis. It was probably the best time in my visit here in Montevideo. Somethings can only be experienced, and this one would be at the top
The name of the house is Nandigan, with Br Ken walking in.
Hotel Argentina at Piriya Polis
The Lions at Hotel Argentina, they look beautiful
An old cart at the Retreat center
Warming exercise time at the retreat, during a nice and cold winter morning
The narrow mud roads in the Villages here. Reminded me of the villages in India, especially in my native place
The Bear Exhibition at Plaza Independencia
Every country has its own representation of its bear
This one belonged to India, though I was not very impressed
Martin posing with some bears
Some more...
The traditional drink here is Mathe which every here drinks. They are drunk in these cups as shown on display here. A typical Uruguaian will have a Mathe cup and steel straw, which is filled with herbes and in the other hand will have a thermos flask, which contains hot water to keep filling into the cup, as its consumed.
The Old City Square
In a way I was also lucky enough to have stayed at various places in this short stay. From Radisson to Palldium, while being a permanent guest at Jitesh's and Abhijits apartment, and now finally at the apartment in Cavia. Everything has been so memorable.
The view from the older apartment has been the best so far, especially when you are lying in the bed and the view from the 10th floor , is simply unmatched.
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| From Montevideo |
I dont everthink that I will be able to have this view from my bedroom. While at night its even more prettier with all the lights making it an awesome view.
But this view will always remain in my mind .
 |
| From Montevideo |
Then the good times that we had at the beach will be unforgettable.
 |
| From Montevideo |
Language was always a problem here. But then at every point we had some help coming to our rescue. Even at a saturday market, this person had a great command over English and very much fluent.
 |
| From Montevideo |
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| From Montevideo |
This saturday market has all the essential stuff thats needed, right from clothes to all kind of vegetables. And they are very very decently priced. I had got my most of the shopping done here itself, and I would consider it as a value for money.
The historic monuments can be seen at various places and it can clearly be seen as an old city.
 |
| From Montevideo |
This building is a signature building of Montevideo.
The Independence Plaza, which is the important city square, had lot of exhibitions and people coming to see the historic place
 |
| From Montevideo |
This is just infront of the Hotel Radisson, where I was put up for a month.
There is also a memorial , which is kind of underground, of the Freedom Fighter of Uruguay, Artigas.
Its a must see for all tourists. I hadnt taken any photos out there, since i felt, one shouldnt take photos there. There are two guards there, who remain standstill for the whole day. Its a treat to see this place.
This picture below, is just next to entrance to this place.
 |
| From Montevideo |
Montevideo is incomplete with the mention of the Rambla(details of Rambla given below) and the beach all around
The boat club which could be seen from our apartment, was a terrific view again. (Though this one is not taken from the apartment)
 |
| From Montevideo |
But nothing to have a nice morning jog along the Rambla, seeing these beautiful views to start the day
 |
| From Montevideo |
This place would also place me amongst the one to have visited a tatoo parlour. Thank fully it was not for me, but for Jitesh. He had the crazy idea from a very long time and finally 4 days before his return his dream came true. (Please see some of the previous posts for the write up on this ) The Laugh and Cry tatoo which he chose came out very well, and didnt really cost him a fortune. Check the site here for more details on the Tattoo parlour. Eduardo does a very very professional job and everything in the studio is very very hygienic. I was very impressed with the whole setup, and my first visit will surely remain memorable for the better.
 |
| From Montevideo |
The road along the side of the beach is called Rambla. Its a beautiful stretch of roads which literally goes out of the city. The promenade along the beach is very nice to walk, jog cycle on. This is something, which I wouldnt get even in Goa, my native place. The beach here is just one block away, and once when I was in Hotel Palladium it was just a matter of crossing the road.
Some of the pictures of the Rambla and the beach side along it.
 |
| From Montevideo |
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| From Montevideo |
Among all things on the Rambla, what makes every Indian proud is that, part of the Rambla is called Mahatma Gandhi Rambla, and just across is the statue of Mahatma Gandhiji.
 |
| From Montevideo |
We were also surprised to see a perpendicular road from the Mahatma Gandhi is names Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru road. Never ever imagined that I would frequent this part of the world and I would see all these names in this country.
One more particular thing that I noticed is that, every Uruguaian has lot of respect for Indians, and its a very nice feeling to be known to that fact, though we are miles and miles away from India.
As I mentioned earlier, this place just surprises me time and again. Another aspect was the vehicles that are found here. We could spot some of the typical Indian vehicles in this part of the world. Our very own Maruti 800 is found in this country. To add to that list is , Mahindra Jeep, Bajaj Chetak scooter, Bajaj Auto rickshaw, and even a TVS scooty. Hero Honds CD100 are found in plenty here. But what made me nostalgic is the presence of Hero Puch moped.
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| From Montevideo |
I also got a chance to visit the Columbia Embassy and the folks here and was able to meet them personally. Can I get more lucky than that.
 |
| From Ken'sRetreat |
Lastly regarding my work here. I was privileged to visit this beautiful place for a client Antel which is the biggest telecom provider for this country. The Antel tower is a beautiful sight to watch and I would consider it as a privilege to be a part of this assignment.
As I move away from this place, I am sure I am going to miss this and will continue to haunt me forever.
Just posting some more pictures below with some description.
Hope you enjoyed reading and seeing these pictures. Your comments are welcome , or should I say necessary.
The Beautiful Sunrise as seen from our apartment
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
Visit to Embassy of Columbia with Br Ken
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
The Election Campaigning at its best, as we drive through on the Rambla
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
The Beautiful house where I had stayed in at Piriya Polis. It was probably the best time in my visit here in Montevideo. Somethings can only be experienced, and this one would be at the top
The name of the house is Nandigan, with Br Ken walking in.
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
Hotel Argentina at Piriya Polis
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
The Lions at Hotel Argentina, they look beautiful
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
An old cart at the Retreat center
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
Warming exercise time at the retreat, during a nice and cold winter morning
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| From Ken'sRetreat |
The narrow mud roads in the Villages here. Reminded me of the villages in India, especially in my native place
 |
| From Ken'sRetreat |
The Bear Exhibition at Plaza Independencia
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| From PuntaDelEste |
Every country has its own representation of its bear
This one belonged to India, though I was not very impressed
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| From PuntaDelEste |
Martin posing with some bears
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| From PuntaDelEste |
Some more...
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| From PuntaDelEste |
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| From PuntaDelEste |
The traditional drink here is Mathe which every here drinks. They are drunk in these cups as shown on display here. A typical Uruguaian will have a Mathe cup and steel straw, which is filled with herbes and in the other hand will have a thermos flask, which contains hot water to keep filling into the cup, as its consumed.
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| From PuntaDelEste |
The Old City Square
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| From PuntaDelEste |
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| From PuntaDelEste |
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| From PuntaDelEste |
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