Lemanjá comes from the name of a god from one of the faiths named Umbanda. Umbanda itself is a belief practiced in Uruguay. This festival is where followers of the Umbanda faith make offerings to the goddess of the Sea on Ramírez Beach, Montevideo. There are also rituals like drumming and singing memorable songs.

During the ritual, the participants usually sit and wait until sunset, then after that, they push the boat into the sea and walk to the shallow sea to make offerings in the form of gifts prepared beforehand. All participants dress in white. 

Noche Blanca or White Night is a summer party in Uruguay. This lively event takes place in January. This coastal city’s streets are brimming with loud music, bright lights, live performances, art installations, and a lot more. In keeping with the theme, attendees wear white and party all night to immerse themselves in the local culture. Small businesses get to showcase and sell their products.

The White Night is a tourist-cultural proposal that originated in Paris in 2002. Its great success has spread to other cities worldwide, taking inspiration from the original model, giving it the identity of each place.

The first and biggest festival in Uruguay is the Las Llamadas Festival. This Uruguay event is held to pay tribute to the ancestors in the Sur and Palermo regions. Las Llamadas comes from the word taken from the history of negroes who gathered to resolve existing issues. There is entertainment that includes street dancers, drum music, and parades.

Epiphany is a Christian tradition that takes place on January 6 (12 days after Christmas). Large families exchange gifts, dress up, sing, dance, and eat large dishes together in this festival.

This festival also marks the start of the new carnival season in Uruguay. During Epiphany, you will take part in exchanging gifts and enjoy big meals.

Dia de Muertos is one of South America’s and Uruguay’s biggest celebrations. It is different in Uruguay. All Saint’s Day, which remembers the patron saints and dead infants, is celebrated on November 1, with the day of the Dead following the next day.

On November 1, they celebrate friends or family that are not alive by visiting their graveside with colorful and flashy costumes, and most of these are skull costumes. Although the method is different, this Uruguay tradition and holiday aims to pay respects and remember all those who have left us.

The next festival is one of the biggest religious festivals in Uruguay. This celebration starts on Easter weekend. Usually, there are several parades in the middle of the city of Montevideo, which also happens to be one of the best places to visit in Uruguay.

During this celebration, Christians carry out several traditions such as fasting, and they also refrain from eating meat products or milk, but they are allowed to consume eggs. There is also the tradition of visiting churches to pray and to gather with relatives.

 The Milk Festival held at Cardal, the largest milk production site in Uruguay, is found in the South Florida district. During this festival, people celebrate by making big Asado, traditional food made of grilled meat that has a massive size so that everyone can get a piece. In addition, they also make Arroz con Leche, a dish in the form of rice that has been processed with milk, of course with large portions. There are also celebrations with music and dance parties that everyone enjoys during the festive.

Punta’s famous landmark is a monster-sized sculpted hand protruding from the sands of Playa Brava. 

This upmarket beach resort town is so luxurious and fancy that it is often called the Monaco or Saint-Tropez of South America, where yachts, casinos, and trendy cocktail bars abound in this playground of the rich. 

Located in the north of the country, Tacuarembo is as gaucho as they come, and the rolling hills surrounding the city are full of cattle and sprawling fields. There is a distinctive cowboy feel about the place, and the culture, language, and food here are very different from the rest of Uruguay.

With lovely leafy plazas and tree-filled avenues for you to enjoy, wandering around town is a delightful experience. It is here that the legendary tango star Carlos Gardel is reputed to have been born.

The main sights on offer include:

• A beautiful cathedral.
• The picturesque 19th of April Plaza.
• A couple of fascinating museums.

The surrounding area has some lovely waterfalls and grottoes for you to visit.

The historic quarter of Colonia del Sacramento is one of the oldest cities in Uruguay, and incredible colonial architecture and picturesque old cobbled streets are everywhere.

Having been ruled at various times by the Spanish and Portuguese who fought over it, there is an exciting mix of architectural styles. A city wall that once protected the city from invaders still runs around the old quarter—lying next to the Rio de la Plata, there are some great museums for visitors to enjoy.

Located near the spot where the Rio de la Plata and the Rio Uruguay join, Carmelo is an increasingly popular tourist destination, and with wonderful old buildings and cobbled streets make up much of the town.

The stunning waterfront is beautiful to wander along, and from Carmelo, you can take boat trips to the magical Parana Delta, which is fantastic to explore. There are also various activities such as fishing, yachting, and other watersports with some lovely beaches, brilliant wineries in the surrounding countryside, and a casino to boot, 

Piriapolis’ beautiful beaches are great for lounging on, and the long promenade that hugs the waterfront is perfect for relaxing strolls while taking in the sun and river views.

It had several excellent hotels, restaurants, bars, casinos, and shops, particularly as you get nearer to the coastline.

While the waterfront Rambla is the most popular vie in the city, the delightful Pira’s Castle is well worth checking out, and the Hotel Colon is magical to behold. 

La Paloma lies on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, a popular summer beach resort amongst South Americans and Uruguayans themselves, who flock here to enjoy the sun, sea, and sand. With spectacular beaches, this laid-back city is great to visit, and there are lots of fun watersports for you to try out, such as surfing, sailing, and windsurfing.

One of the best beaches for sunbathing is Anaconda Beach, where watching the sunset over the ocean is divine. 

Punta del Diablo (Devil's Point)is a lovely place to visit with a picturesque and charming little fishing village. It is an hour and a world away from Punta del Este—but it still offers plenty of high-end cuisines, shops, and accommodations overlooking the rocky waters.

Beautiful beaches and a laid-back way of life make it a relaxing place to kick back and watch while having some delicious seafood.