History of Ombues de Lavalle

Ombúes de Lavalle is a city located in the department of Colonia, Uruguay.

It was founded in 1783 by the Spanish Rafael Pérez del Puerto, but it acquired greater importance during the 19th century when it became a commercial and transport center for the region.

The name of the city is due to the presence of large ombú trees in the area and to General Juan Lavalle, an Argentine soldier who participated in the Brazilian War and who died in a battle in the area in 1841.

During the 20th century, the city continued to develop thanks to its strategic position on Route 21, which connects Montevideo with Buenos Aires.

Today, Ombúes de Lavalle is known for its tranquility, its wide avenues, and its rich colonial history.

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See also information on Montevideo, Buenos Aires y Brasil.