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After being built over 270 years ago by a Portuguese governor to protect the city from potential enemies, this gate and drawbridge are still standing.

The 360-degree view from the summit of this historic 19th-century lighthouse incorporates the entire city and the Río de la Plata.

With skeletons of prehistoric beasts and antique relics from the first days of the colonial era, this museum is the oldest in the city.

A charming pink house offers visitors a realistic glimpse into the lives of the 18th-century European colonial settlers in Uruguay.

Find out about the history of Colonia del Sacramento with a stop at Plaza Mayor 25 de Mayo. Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

You can learn about the history of Colonia del Sacramento with a trip to Puerta de la Ciudadela. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

You can browse the exhibits at Portuguese Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Colonia del Sacramento. Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Beneath the lighthouse, walk around the maze of pathways and walls of these ancient ruins, which have survived after several centuries.