City center - Plaza Independenca in Montevideo.
"Montevideo is the southernmost capital on the continent and has a population of over 1.3 million. It is on the banks of the Río de la Plata. Montevideo first existed as a fortress of the Spanish Empire and developed into a major port city in the mid-18th century. European immigrants, including Spanish, Portuguese, French, and British, influenced the city's architecture, and a walk around the capital reveals architectural styles ranging from colonial to Art Deco. Although Montevideo has few must-see attractions, its charm lies in wait for the careful traveler. Tango is a unique form of dance that originated in the neighborhoods of Montevideo towards the end of the 1800s. The ship can dock within walking distance of some of the sights."
Plaza
Plaza Independencia is one of the most easily recognizable landmarks in Montevideo. It is known as the line of demarcation between the Ciudad Vieja (Old City) and the newer sections of the capital. The plaza contains a much-photographed marble statue of notable South American military leader General José Gervasio Artigas.
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