Cuchilla Alta (the

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term for ''High Hill'') is a seaside resort of the

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Geography

Location

It is located about east of

between the resorts Santa Lucía del Este and El Galeon.

Population

In 2011 Cuchilla Alta had a population of 527 inhabitants. Source: ''Instituto Nacional de Estadística de Uruguay''

Tourism

This tourist complex is noted for its deep

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es. It offers regional tourists an ample range of services with its cabins, motels and commercial facilities.

References

External links

INE map of Biarritz, Cuchilla Alta, El Galeón, Santa Ana and Santa Lucía del Este
Populated places in the Canelones Department Seaside resorts in Uruguay {{Canelones-geo-stub