About Paysandu
Paysandu is a city located on the banks of the Uruguay River, which forms the border with Argentina in the west of Uruguay. The General Artigas Bridge in the north of the city interconnects the two countries. The people of Paysandu are composed of residents from different nations such as Italy, Poland, Russia, Germany, Belgium and Africa in addition to the local people, and the city has a very cosmopolitan structure.
In the city, the effects of humid semi-tropical climate are observed. In Paysandu, the summers are quite hot and winters are cool. The weather is foggy almost throughout the year. There is also rainfall all the year round. Summer months have more rainfall.
The city economy has an interesting diversity. A great number of eucalyptus trees are grown in Paysandu. In addition, sugar production has an important place. Leather industry plays an important role in the economy of Paysandu as a developed sector.
Meseta de Artigas is a large park situated on a wide area and offering a beautiful panoramic view. In the park, there is also a museum in memory of the country's national hero Jose Gervasio Artigas. Paysandu also has many cathedrals and Catholic churches. The city attracts attention with its beautiful architectures. Paysandu Cemetery, which has become a really interesting place with its various monuments, mausoleums and sculptures, is one of the places that should be visited in the city. One of the places that the real nature lovers will definitely want to see is Cascadas Del Queguay. This is a totally natural environment where you can conduct many activities such as taking pictures, having a picnic or trekking.
