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Artigas is the capital of Artigas Department in the northern interior of Uruguay, located on the Brazilian border.
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The police headquarters of Artigas Department is in a building architecturally similar to a medieval castle and has been declared a National Historic Monument of Uruguay.
A park on the banks of the River Cuareim.
Artigas Carnival
The most popular festival in Artigas, inspired by Rio de Janeiro's carnival. Music, dancing, and a parade.
Piscinas municipales
Pizzas, drinks, and live music.
Buses are available from Montevideo and from nearby cities such as Salto and Tacuarembó. The city is located across the Brazilian border from Quaraí, and there is a bridge connecting the two cities.
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