Trinidad

capital city of Flores in southern Uruguay

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Place details

Locality: Trinidad
Region: Flores
Country: Uruguay
Population: 21,429
Timezone: America/Montevideo

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Key facts

Country: Uruguay
Department: Flores
Founded: April 14, 1804
Founded by: Fray Manuel de Ubeda
Total: 8.27 km (3.19 sq mi)
Elevation: 134 m (440 ft)
Density: 2,770/km (7,170/sq mi)
Time zone: UTC -3
Dial plan: +598 4364 (+4 digits)
Climate: Cfa

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Wikidata facts

Demonym: trinitaria
Population: 22893
Area: 8.27117
Elevation: 134
Image: Fl 9765.jpg
Households: 9858

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Commons category: Trinidad, Uruguay
Commons gallery: Trinidad (Uruguay)
inception: 1805-00-00
postal code: 85000
P12749: New Democratic Power – FORCA

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Travel guide

Understand

Trinidad is by far the larger and more populated of the country's two main islands (the other being Tobago). Much of the population resides near the nation's capital, Port of Spain, and Piarco International Airport to the southeast. People of African, Indian, and mixed descent each make up roughly a third of this population.

Get around

Most of the population (and hence shopping, food and entertainment) is located along the "East-West Corridor" which is the set of cities and towns along the main routes of transport. It starts in the West with the capital Port of Spain and ends at Arima. Transport is easy attained along these routes.

See

Mount Saint Benedict is a Catholic monastery located high in the Northern Range, near the village of Arima. Visitors are warmly welcomed. There is a lovely guest house, Pax Guest House, where a scrumptious tea is served on Sunday afternoons to all visitors. (Meals are also regularly available to overnight guests.) The breads and sweets are baked by the Benedictine monks, so they're fresh and delicious. The cost is minimal for the tea service. The entire complex is peaceful and because it is so high on the mountain, it is wonderfully cool. (You might even require a sweater in the evenings.) For the physically fit, there are stations of the Cross that begin at the bottom of the mountain and end at the church. The stations are along a rather steep road, requiring exercise for the body and soul. Asa Wright Nature Centre north of Arima is a birdwatching centre of the world. There are cottages to stay in, but one doesn't need to be an overnight guest to visit. Knowledgable guides will lead you through this former cocoa plantation, pointing out interesting species of birds, lizards, and other animals that you may encounter on the way. Caroni Bird Sanctuary, south of Port of Spain. Several indigenous species of bird nest in the bird sanctuary, including one of the national birds, the Scarlet Ibis (Eudocimus ruber). Tours generally take place during dusk as the Scarlet Ibis returns to the swamp to roost. thumb|Overview of Maracas Bay Toco, Matelot, and Grand Riviere: superb scenery, …

Eat

Trinidad cuisine is influenced by many cultures, but primarily Indian and African (referred to as Creole cuisine). Other influences include Chinese (fast food Chinese places are only outnumbered by bars), and to some extent English and French. Subway, KFC and Pizza Hut are common sights. Most Trinidadians love meats of all kinds, but due to a significant Hindu population, there are many good vegetarian offerings.

Drink

Trinidad has a mind-boggling number of bars. In some places, there might be 20 bars in a stretch of less than a mile. This makes bar-hopping easy. Bars constantly blast soca, reggae, dancehall and calypso music to attract customers. Don't expect cocktails in most bars, as most bartenders have little or no mixing skills.

Stay safe

Caution is required in much of Port of Spain. At night avoid walking...take a taxi. Armed guards are often posted at banks and shopping centres. The following areas are known as crime hot-spots and should be avoided both during the day and night: Lavantille has frequent gang related murders, almost on a daily basis Beetham a den for criminals, mainly thieves Maloney & La Horquetta located around Arima

Go next

Tobago, the sister isle. More touristy than Trinidad but not as congested as islands such as Barbados. Guiria, Venezuala - there may or may not be ferries.

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Article

Trinidad ( Spanish pronunciation: [tɾiniˈðað]) is the capital city of Flores in southern Uruguay. It has a population of 22,893 (National Census 2023). Formerly it was called Santísima Trinidad de los Porongos, or simply Porongos. Its inhabitants are known as trinitarios or also as porongueros because the city is located near the Porongos stream.

Geography