Paysandú
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Paysandú is the capital of the Paysandú Department in western Uruguay, situated on the Uruguay River opposite Colón, Argentina. Founded in October 1756, it earned the nickname La Heroica for its resistance during the 1864‑65 siege. The city is a cultural and economic hub with diverse immigrant heritage.
Statistics
Area
Not available
Population
81,550