Montevideo is the biggest city as well as the capital city ofUruguay. First settled in 1726 as part of a struggle between theSpanish and the Portuguese, this city of one of the mostsouthernmost in the world, and it has a richly unique cultural andagricultural history. The tango originates here, as well as thecandombe, which began in the 1800’s. Even a world cup was held herein 1930.The city of Montevideo is home to the world’s largest Carnival,and the beautiful old Montevideo Metropolitan Cathedral, thought todate as far back as 1740. There is the Ciudad Vieja, the colonialcity that can be walked through during the day. Also, the SemanaCriolla is an exciting recreation of creole life with storytelling, music and activities. There are also beaches and resortsto spend nights at.Montevideo is