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Best Things to Do in Punta del Este for First-Time Visitors

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La Mano sculpture emerging from the sand on Playa Brava in Punta del Este

La Mano Punta del Este Guide

September 15, 2026

Plan a visit to La Mano, Punta del Este’s famous fingers-in-the-sand sculpture. Find its Playa Brava location, learn its history,…

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