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Las Piedras

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Las Piedras, city, southern Uruguay. It is situated in a wine-growing district just north of Montevideo. It was the site of a decisive battle (1811) in Uruguay’s struggle for independence, in which the revolutionaries defeated Spanish forces. Las Piedras is among the largest cities in Uruguay. It is known for its ostrich farming and horse racing. Las Piedras is on the main highway and railroad linking Montevideo with Tacuarembó and Rivera. Pop. (2004) 69,222.

This article was most recently revised and updated by Maren Goldberg.