Punta Gorda, Montevideo

Punta Gorda is a barrio (neighbourhood or district) of Montevideo, Uruguay.

It takes its name from the promontory of Punta Gorda.

It borders Malvín to the west, Las Canteras to the northwest, Carrasco Norte and Carrasco to the northeast and the coastline to the south.

The coastal avenue along Punta Gorda takes on the names Rambla O'Higgins and Rambla República de Méjico, across which are the beaches Playa de los Ingleses and Playa Verde.

Another notable sight is the Molino de Perez, a historic watermill, now housing a cultural centre.

Punta Gorda, Montevideo
Punta Gorda beach, aerial view, Montevideo, Uruguay
Plaza de la Virgilio
Molino de Perez
Rambla in Punta Gorda