Posta del Chuy

The old Posta del Chuy is a historic inn situated away from Melo, Cerro Largo, Uruguay.

History

The inn was intended for travelers going by diligence from Melo to Villa Artigas.
Built in 1855 by two Basque men named Etcheverry, the solid stone building is unique in South America.

Heritage

Historian Horacio Arredondo promoted the restoration of the building and bridge. It has been declared a site of National Heritage. The history of its construction is described in "Los árboles de piedra" by Andrés Echevarría.