Uruguayan holidays blend national commemorations with cultural celebrations. Carnival, lasting over 40 days, is the longest in the world. Independence Day on August 25th is marked with parades and asados (barbecues). Noche de la Nostalgia on August 24th is a unique holiday celebrating the past. The Day of the Beach on December 8th unofficially marks the start of summer. The Gaucho Festival in Tacuarembó in March celebrates rural traditions. The Landing of the 33 Orientals on April 19th commemorates a key independence event.
Holidays in Uruguay
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