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Jose Ignacio
The small fishing village of Jose Ignacio is the new place to go for a beach holiday in Uruguay. Punta del Este has grown quickly and commercialism has taken over, but thankfully the sleepy little town of Jose Ignacio has preserved its small town atmosphere. The village is located on a natural peninsula that juts out into the ocean with two sweeping beaches either side.
Playa Mansa is the beach on the western side of the peninsula and is a favourite as it has calmer waters. Taking a walk down this beach in the early evening you are rewarded with some spectacular sunsets. This beach is also the place where local fisherman bring in their catch and watching them, in the early morning or late afternoon is the height of action in the village. Playa Mansa is a long stretch of beach that curves slightly, which means you nearly always guaranteed to have part of the beach to yourself.
Brava beach is on the eastern side of the village and is better known for the heavier swell, ideal for surfing. The differences between the two sides of this peninsula give you with two distinct views of life and adventure in Jose Ignacio. Despite its size there are still a number of restaurants each with an abundance of fresh seafood. This hidden gem of a village is most famous for its lighthouse, which shows just how cut off from the outer world you are here and as drawn the slogan that has made these beaches very popular: “Only the wind runs here”. THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Below are some of the things which can be seen and done around the area, all of which can be arranged prior to departure or locally.
Playa Mansa. On the west side of the peninsula, the Mansa beach is usually the calmest of the two beaches and a place where you will see fishermen bringing in their catch in their colourful fishing boats. Playa Brava. A great beach for surfers as well as body surfing. The swell from the ocean is much greater here, but it also a good place to sit and watch the action! The lighthouse. The lighthouse, which has made this entire area famous, is one of the most popular places to visit, as it has an incredible view of the town, especially from the top. Lagoon. Separated from the ocean by a small sandbar, this lagoon is home to a small amount of birdlife including; flamingos, storks, seagulls, and ducks.
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