Laguna José Ignacio Explained

Laguna José Ignacio
Location:Maldonado Department, Uruguay
Coordinates:-34.8261°N -54.7025°W
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Laguna José Ignacio (José Ignacio Lagoon) is a body of water located in Maldonado Department, Uruguay.[1]

A sandbank separates it from the Atlantic Ocean. It is an important birdwatching location.[2]

The nearest famous seaside resort is José Ignacio.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Medidas y Mecanismos de Administración de los Recursos de las Lagunas Costeras del Litoral Atlántico del Uruguay, Plan de Gestión Pesquera.. 14 December 2013. Rey, M., Amestoy, F., Arena, G. (Instituto Nacional de Pesca (INAPE), Ministerio de Ganadería, Agricultura y Pesca (MGAP), Programa de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo (PNUD)). December 1999. https://web.archive.org/web/20131214233856/http://www.dinara.gub.uy/web_dinara/images/stories/publicaciones/0308.pdf. 14 December 2013. es.
  2. Web site: UY017 - Laguna de José Ignacio . Birdlife International. 13 August 2013.