Uruguayans in Argentina

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Uruguayan Argentines are people born in Uruguay who live in Argentina. As of 2012, there were over 116,000 Uruguayans living in Argentine territory.[1]

There are lots of Uruguayan-born persons living in Argentina, for a number of reasons. Both countries share the same language, culture and ethnicity and their populations bear striking similarities; the historical origins of both nations is common (part of the Viceroyalty of the River Plate, Spanish Empire); both countries are members of MERCOSUR, there is no need for special migration documents, and circulation is relatively easy. Argentina has a much bigger economy, which has always attracted Uruguayans in search of opportunities; the cultural scene is intense, so many talented Uruguayan actors and entertainers have succeeded in their artistic careers in Argentina. And last, but not least, Uruguayans value and praise Argentina as a nice tourist and holidaying destination; especially a "shopping paradise".[2]

Uruguayan residents in Argentina have their own institutions, for instance, the Consultative Council in Buenos Aires[3] or the Center of Uruguayan Residents in Mar del Plata "José Gervasio Artigas".[4]

Notable people

past
present

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Uruguayans in Argentina". EL PAIS. 27 February 2012.  (Spanish)
  2. ↑ "Argentina cheaper than Uruguay". EL PAIS. Retrieved 27 October 2013.  (Spanish)
  3. ↑ CCBaires (Spanish)
  4. ↑ CRUMdP
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