Durazno

Monumento a Cristóbal Colón en plaza Independencia de la ciudad de Durazno 02 - Monument to Christopher Columbus on Plaza Independencia

Durazno is a city in the Central Interior (Uruguay) | Central Interior region of Uruguay. Founded in 1821, it is the capital of Durazno Department and has a population presence of about 35,000. The center of Durazno feels like the small city that it is, with shops, restaurants, and historic buildings—but you don't have to walk far to feel like you're out in the nation, with chickens squabbling and horses walking over to say hello.

Durazno Halal Travel Guide

Durazno started as a river crossing, located where Uruguay Route 5 crosses the Yí River (pronounced like "she"). The city's name, which means "peach" in (Spanish), is said to come from a peach tree that was once located at the crossing.

The first president of Uruguay Fructuoso Rivera intended to move the capital of the nation from Montevideo to this city. His house at the center of town is now a museum.

Travel to Durazno

Travel on a Bus in Durazno

There are buses between Durazno and Montevideo with departures all day long. Expect to pay U$300–400 each way. The trip takes about two and a half hours each way.

There are also buses from other cities, such as Colonia and Rivera.

The bus terminal, Terminal Rodó GPS -33.387746,-56.527987 Terminal Rodó, Durazno, Uruguay - , is at the junction of Oribe and Gallinal. It has a convenience store and a restaurant.

Intercity bus service is provided by Nossar, Núñez, Turismar, and .agenciacentral.com.uy/ Agencia Central. Nossar in particular offers service from a variety of destinations, including international service three times a week from Buenos Aires.

By car

Durazno is located on Route 5, which connects it with Montevideo to the south and Rivera to the north.

Get Around

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You can just walk around, it's a small city. There are taxis waiting at the bus terminal though. You can also call a taxi at +598 4362 6070 or +598 4362 4040.

The centrally located Plaza Independencia, between Oribe, Rivera, Batlle, and Piriz, is an important landmark.

What to See

Monumento al tamboril - Monumento al Tamboril

• Museo Histórico - Casa de Rivera | Manuel Oribe 775 -33.380187, -56.522993 next to the Plaza Independencia - Opening Hours: Tu–F 09:00–19:00, Saturday Sunday 09:00–15:00 Free - Casa de Rivera 03 - A6544083 The regional museum with rooms about Uruguayan archaeology (including prehistoric artifacts), local history and Gaucho art, located in a historic building.

• Museo de Arte - Casa de la Cultura | Penza 719 -33.380191, -56.525403 - Casa de la Cultura, Durazno, Uruguay . Art museum in a historic building.

• Sports museum Gral. Manuel Oribe, near the plaza - Only if you are very interested, it's far from a spectacular museum.

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• Iglesia San Pedro de Durazno next to the Plaza Independencia -33.381048, -56.522639 - Iglesia San Pedro, interior - A church by famous architect Eladio Diesde. Nothing to make a special trip for, but the brick interior is architecturally interesting.

• Playa El Sauzal -33.364678, -56.515963 Easier to get to by vehicle than on foot; go north on Dr. E. Penza - Playa El Sauzal . Sandy beach on the River Yí.

• Monument to Christopher Columbus Plaza Independencia -33.380460, -56.522390 - Monumento a Cristóbal Colón en plaza Independencia de la ciudad de Durazno 02 A 14-meter column unveiled in 1892 for the 400th anniversary of Columbus's voyage. On top of it is a spherical time capsule which was filled in 1892 and opened 100 years later, in 1992. Then the city's inhabitants replaced its contents with new messages, to be read in 2092!

• Monumento al Tamboril corner of Larrañaga and Morquio -33.379, -56.531 - Monumento al tamboril - A8224346 A monument to the tabor (tamboril), a type of drum—the only such monument in the world!

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Durazno

For most of the year and there's not all that much to do in Durazno. The exception is when there's a large event in town.

• Pop music festival, (annually in January).

• Mes de Durazno - Durazno Month - Celebrated every October to commemorate the founding of the city. Come to the parks and plazas, including Parque de la Hispanidad GPS -33.407634,-56.512134, to see celebrations and folklore.

• Durazno Rock Parque de la Hispanidad - Free A big rock festival held in October. The first one, years ago, was like the Woodstock of Uruguay—so unexpectedly big that people were renting out their backyards for concertgoers to camp in.

Halal Restaurants

Durazno's tortas fritas are known for being the largest in Uruguay.

There are various restaurants on Gral. Manuel Oribe and around the various plazas.

• Pan y Vino in the same building as the bus terminal -33.388004, -56.528334 ☎ +598 4362 8561 - Pan y Vino, Durazno . A popular place.

• La Farola 18 de Julio 412 -33.377466, -56.525591 ☎ +598 4362 6181 - La Farola, Durazno . Pizzas and other typical Uruguayan food, with nostalgic decorations. Stays open later than most restaurants in town—usually until sometime around midnight, give or take, depending on how much traffic they're getting.

Two bars in Gral. Manuel Oribe, near the bus terminal. Gets crowded around 1-2 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

• Sorocabana 18 de Julio 452 -33.377828, -56.524994 ☎ +598 4362 2456 Opening Hours: 10:00–03:00 A quiet café that still has the original chairs and marble-topped tables dating back to its establishment in 1942. Formerly part of a chain and the Durazno location is the only one in the nation that's still open.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Durazno

Durazno - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Durazno, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Durazno. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Durazno and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Durazno. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Durazno. Key components include:

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Durazno, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Durazno and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Durazno, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Durazno, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Durazno without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Durazno is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Durazno.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Camping "33 Orientales" - Camping "33 Orientales"

• Camping "33 Orientales" -33.367, -56.519 Go north on Dr. E. Penza and turn left under the big sign with the campground's name - Camping "33 Orientales" sign . A nice, quiet campground in the woods, next to Playa El Sauzal by the River Yí.

• Hotel Central hotelcentral@ Manuel Oribe 699 esq. Monseñor Arrospide -33.381508, -56.523806 ☎ +598 4362-0305 Check-in: 11:00 / Check-out: 10:00 Singles for U$1200, doubles for U$1880, and triples for U$2450 - Hotel Central - Durazno - interior
• Hotel Santa Cristina Ruta 5 kilometers 178 -33.431423, -56.493033 ☎ +598 4362 2525 - Beautiful, if a bit far from the main part of the city.

Internet & Phones

Free public wifi is available at the Plaza Independencia. Look for the network "Ceibal".

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