Mercedes, Uruguay
Capital city in Soriano, Uruguay / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Mercedes (Spanish pronunciation: [meɾˈseðes]) is the capital and largest city of the department of Soriano in Uruguay. According to the census 2011, it is the tenth most populated city of the country.
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Mercedes
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Capital city | |
Coordinates: 33°15′0″S 58°2′0″W | |
Country | Uruguay |
Department | Soriano |
Founded | 1788 |
Population (2011 Census) | |
• Total | 41,974 |
• Demonym | mercedario-a |
Time zone | UTC -3 |
Postal code | 75000 |
Dial plan | +598 453 (+5 digits) |
Climate | Cfa |
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Mercedes is an important centre of tourism, commerce and a commercial port. Its main industries are based on agriculture, dairy products, paper manufacturing and industrial activities. Its rambla (riverside promenade) is one of the widest in the country.