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Bruno
Oct 8th 2009
Hi all, i'm heading to Uruguay and I'll be spending a few days in Montevideo.
I've heard it's quite dangerous? I've heard stories drom other travellers I've met while backpacking through South America that they have been mugged at knifepoint or been victims of other crimes. Is this something I should be aware of or what is the safety situation for a traveller backpacking alone in this city?

Will I be safe? Is Montevideo particularly bad or is this like any other city in the world?
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Lee Travel
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Oct 8th 2009
Hi,

I never had any bad experiences there, but yes, it is just like any other city in the world; problems do happen. However, it is certainly not known for its violence. See what other backpackers are saying on Lonely Planet's Thorn Tree:

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/thorntree/index.jspa

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Zhu
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Oct 20th 2009
I went there this winter and I found the city very quiet, by South American standards. It's a nice place, pretty small and compact and I wouldn't say it's dangerous. Normal precautions apply like anywhere else... but I can't say I was worried of being mugged at knifepoint while there!

I would compare it to Buenos Aires, definitely safer than a lot of cities in Brazil too.
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BrianJUY
Nov 10th 2009
Hi Bruno,

We live in Montevideo, and I've walked through most neighborhoods here from good to bad.

I've had 2 incidents, both late at night and both in Pocitos (a very nice neighborhood). Once 2 guys wanted me to walk with them or something and another a base head tried to mug me. Nothing happened with the 1st incident; the 2 guys ran off. The 2nd incident with the base head lead to a mild physical altercation. But I didn't have anything taken off of my person.

Even with the 2 above incidents... We're from San Diego California and I can say without a doubt that San Diego is much more unsafe than Montevideo. As with any city in the world, you need to use common sense... but all in all, this is one of the most peaceful cities I've ever experienced.

You can check out our website, blog and forum for more information about Uruguay www.ExploringUruguay.com
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