Postal codes in Uruguay

Postal codes in Uruguay consist of 5-digit numeric codes. First, two digits of this 5-digit numeric code represent a department; internal administrative divisions of Uruguay. At the same time, "1" as a first digit represents Montevideo, the country's capital. The zones so determined are known as Zonas Postales. However, the remaining code digits are either zeros for the department's capital or overall Montevideo city. For other cities in the department, specific values are allocated.

Uruguay Overview

Uruguay is also known as the Oriental Republic of Uruguay (officially). It is situated in South America. The country shares its borders with Brazil, Argentina, the Atlantic Ocean, and Río de la Plata. It is covering an area of 176,000 square kilometers, approx. The country's estimated population is 3.51 million. 2 million of its population is living in the metropolitan area of Montevideo. Montevideo is the largest and capital city of Uruguay.

Historical overview of Uruguay

About 13,000 years ago, the area of Uruguay was inhabited for the first time by a group of hunter-gatherers. Charrúa people were the predominant tribe at the arrival of Europeans in Uruguay. The country was colonized late by the Europeans as compared to its neighboring countries.

• The country won its independence from 1811 to 1828. It came after a four-way struggle between Spain and Portugal and later between Brazil and Argentina.
• Still, the country remained subject to foreign intervention and influence through the 19th century.
• The military played a recurring role in domestic politics, but the array of the economic crisis put an end to the country's democratic period started in the early 20th century. At present, Uruguay is a democratic constitutional republic. Its president serves both as head of the government and head of the state.

Economy of Uruguay

The country consists of a high-income economy. It is also ranked first for peace, low corruption perception, e-government, and democracy in Latin America. It is also first when it comes to press freedom and prosperity in South America.

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