This famous landmark in Punta del Este on Playa Brava is called La Mano and it depicts the presence of man in nature, man emerging to life.

Punta del Este is an upscale summer beach resort. The natural attractions here are the beaches, ocean, nature reserves and related activities such as surfing, kite boarding, sailing, fishing, whale watching and hiking trails. Needless to say, you will also find a variety of hotels, motels, restaurants, cafes, casino’s and special events in the summer when visiting Punta or the surrounding area that includes Piriapolis and Punta Bellena.

sunrises on Playa Brava can be inspirational

sunsets on Playa Mansa are equally inspiring

a park across from the lighthouse and museum in Punta in Punta

surfing off Playa Brava

here’s a view of the marina in punta with the main casino in the background

a look at playa mansa a few beachfront apartment buildings

the beach in Piriapolis and kiteboarding

hiking in the lusich arborteum found in Punta Bellena a

kiteboarding off playa brava

the nature reserve in Piriapolis