Mercado Agricola de Montevideo (MAM) (Agricultural Market), Montevideo (must see)
The Agricultural Market (Mercado Agrícola de Montevideo) is a significant landmark in Montevideo, serving as one of the city's primary agricultural markets. Nestled in the Aguada neighborhood, the market stands as the last remaining iron-constructed market in Montevideo, alongside others like the Mercado de la Abundancia and the Mercado del Puerto.
Constructed in 1906 and inaugurated in 1913, the market was originally built to centralize the agricultural food merchants of Montevideo, who previously gathered in the old Plaza de las Carretas. The land for the market was donated by Carlos Crocker, with the building designed to meet the rigorous health and hygiene standards of the time. Notable for its architectural style, it features false towers at its four corners, each culminating in a spire.
Despite its initial role, by 1937 the Agricultural Market was deemed too small and was supplanted by the Mercado Modelo. It then continued to operate as a retail market. In 2006, the market came under the ownership of the Municipality of Montevideo, sparking a major revitalization project for the market and the surrounding Goes neighborhood, supported by the Inter-American Bank. This led to its reopening in 2013.
The Agricultural Market covers an entire city block, bordered by Dr. Juan José de Amezaga, Ramón del Valle Inclan, Martín García, and Dr. José L. Terra streets. It is strategically located near the Faculties of Chemistry and Medicine of the University of the Republic, as well as several state offices including the Ministry of the Interior and the Telecommunications Administration. The market offers a broad array of products and services, including gastronomy, clothing, accessories, and groceries, and features a guarded parking lot.
Adding to its cultural footprint, the Agricultural Market hosts a TV signal, MAM TV, which broadcasts from Vera TV. This feature underscores its role not only as a market but also as a vibrant community hub within Montevideo.
Constructed in 1906 and inaugurated in 1913, the market was originally built to centralize the agricultural food merchants of Montevideo, who previously gathered in the old Plaza de las Carretas. The land for the market was donated by Carlos Crocker, with the building designed to meet the rigorous health and hygiene standards of the time. Notable for its architectural style, it features false towers at its four corners, each culminating in a spire.
Despite its initial role, by 1937 the Agricultural Market was deemed too small and was supplanted by the Mercado Modelo. It then continued to operate as a retail market. In 2006, the market came under the ownership of the Municipality of Montevideo, sparking a major revitalization project for the market and the surrounding Goes neighborhood, supported by the Inter-American Bank. This led to its reopening in 2013.
The Agricultural Market covers an entire city block, bordered by Dr. Juan José de Amezaga, Ramón del Valle Inclan, Martín García, and Dr. José L. Terra streets. It is strategically located near the Faculties of Chemistry and Medicine of the University of the Republic, as well as several state offices including the Ministry of the Interior and the Telecommunications Administration. The market offers a broad array of products and services, including gastronomy, clothing, accessories, and groceries, and features a guarded parking lot.
Adding to its cultural footprint, the Agricultural Market hosts a TV signal, MAM TV, which broadcasts from Vera TV. This feature underscores its role not only as a market but also as a vibrant community hub within Montevideo.
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Sight Name: Mercado Agricola de Montevideo (MAM) (Agricultural Market)
Sight Location: Montevideo, Uruguay (See walking tours in Montevideo)
Sight Type: Shopping
Sight Location: Montevideo, Uruguay (See walking tours in Montevideo)
Sight Type: Shopping
Walking Tours in Montevideo, Uruguay
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Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles