Overview of Canelones

Canelones is one of the 19 departments of Uruguay, located in the southern part of the country, between the departments of Montevideo and San José.

It is known for its beautiful beaches and the rural landscape of the area.

The city of Canelones is the capital of the department and has an interesting colonial architecture. One of its tourist attractions is the Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe, declared a National Historic Heritage.

Other attractions in Canelones include the beaches of Atlántida, Las Toscas, Parque del Plata and Santa Lucía. Visitors can also explore the region's wine routes and enjoy local cuisine such as chivito, Uruguay's national dish.

To get to Canelones, you can take a flight to Montevideo and then take a bus or taxi to the city of Canelones. It can also be reached by car from Montevideo or from other parts of the country, since it has several main routes.

Regarding its location, Canelones is located in the southern region of the country, bordering the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Uruguay River to the west, Montevideo to the south, and Lavalleja and Florida to the north. Its territory extends over an area of approximately 4,500 km².

See more about the history of Canelones

See also information on Las Toscas, Florida y Montevideo.