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ruguay is a country that is often overlooked by its bigger brothers Brazil and Argentina, but South America’s 2nd smallest country has a great deal to offer. You have some great history in cities like


Colonia and you can even see great architecture in the capital of city of Montevideo. The architecture of Montevideo reflects its history, ranging from colonial to Art Deco, and influenced by Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French and British immigrants. In keeping with this the Hotel Casino Carrasco The Hotel Casino Carrasco, opened in 1921, is one


of the most emblematic buildings in Montevideo, since the beginning took some British and French traditions and became a social, cultural and economic center, full of splendor and distinction. The Location is in the residential area of Carrasco, and the style


is French originally based on the styles from the economic elite from the 10th century. The architects were Jacques Dunant and Gaston Louis Mallet, with the collaboration of the Uruguayan engineer Félix Elena.


The challenge of this project has been to keep the


perfect balance between luxury and functionality to make the experience at the Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa unique. Combining to perfection the French and the local culture, this union represents the harmony bringing the best of both identities in all areas of the building. The Uruguaian National Heritiage wanted to return


the building to its original splendor and needed more than 100 experts and restorers to do so. After many months of work the Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa is now made up of a 116 room Hotel


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