Punta del Este is located 140km from the capital city of Uruguay, Montevideo.

Essentially a summer resort (with magnificent beaches), Punta del Este has officially around 50,000 householders, a population that grows exponentially in the high season.

From a touristic point of view, “Casapueblo” can be considered the main attraction in Punta del Este: made by Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró from 1958 to 1994, it is seen as a “living sculpture”, with its many rooms facing the sea. This construction is located in Punta Ballena, one of the most visited places in the city. If you prefer nature, just take a boat ride to Isla de Lobos to discover one of the world’s largest sea-lion colonies.

In Punta del Este, there are two types of coast: Brava (beginning of the Atlantic Ocean) and Mansa (end of the Rio de la Plata). In its many resorts, nautical sports and fishing are popular activities among those who visit Punta del Este. Moreover, offers on golf, tennis, horseback riding and cycling are also available. Mixing colonial architecture with modern buildings, the city has its commercial centre in Gorlero Avenue, the main street of Punta del Este. Nearby, Artigas square is known for its popular handicraft market.

Punta del Este can be reached by plane (domestic and international flights) thanks to the international airport located on the outskirts of the city.

Located in the heart of the city, and only 20 minutes away from the airport, the Conrad Resort of Punta del Este will host the participants and the FINA World Aquatics Convention.

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