Playa Punta Yeguas, Public beach in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Playa Punta Yeguas is a public beach along the Río de la Plata shoreline in Montevideo, featuring light sand and calm waters. The shore stretches with gentle slopes that make it suitable for swimming and light water activities.
The beach began as a natural refuge for local fishermen during Montevideo's early settlement period. Over time it became an important resource for the community and eventually developed into a recreational swimming destination.
The beach is a gathering place where residents come during summer months to share mate and spend time together by the water. Local habits shape how people use this stretch of shore throughout the day.
The beach has lifeguard services and shaded areas under trees where visitors can rest from the sun. It is easy to reach by car or public transportation from central Montevideo.
Unlike other beaches in South American capital cities, this one features flat waters without waves, protected by the Río de la Plata. These calm conditions make it an unusually pleasant swimming spot within a major city.
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