Barra de Valizas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Barra de Valizas Valizas, Fondo de Valizas
Resort
The beach of Valizas
Barra de Valizas Location in Uruguay
Country	Uruguay
Department	Rocha Department
Population  (2011)
• Total	330
Time zone	UTC -3
Postal code	27202
Dial plan	+598 4475 (+4 digits)
Climate	Cfb

Barra de Valizas, often called just Valizas, is a cool beach resort in the Rocha Department of southeastern Uruguay. It's a popular spot for people who love nature and a relaxed vibe. This charming village is known for its beautiful beaches and amazing sand dunes.

Sand dunes separating "Barra de Valizas" from "Cabo Polonio".

Night sky in "Barra de Valizas".

Exploring Valizas: Location and Landscape

Valizas is right on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It's about 4 kilometers east of Route 10. One of the most exciting features near Valizas is the huge stretch of sand dunes. These giant dunes separate Valizas from another famous place called Cabo Polonio, which is about 8 kilometers north. Walking or riding across these dunes is a unique adventure!

Who Lives in Valizas?

Valizas is a small community. In 2011, about 330 people lived there all the time. But during the holiday seasons, many more people come to visit! There were also 995 houses, showing that many people have homes there for vacations. The number of people living in Valizas has grown a lot over the years, especially since the 1960s.

Source: Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay

See also

In Spanish: Barra de Valizas para niños