About 51 thousand people.

Melo is a quiet ranching city in eastern Uruguay, not far from the Brazilian border. It sits among wide green plains where cattle graze under big skies.
You can visit historic old houses, learn about local poets and painters, and take a relaxing drive through the beautiful countryside. It is a calm place with warm, friendly people.
Old homes and museums keep the stories of famous local artists and poets alive for visitors.
The open grasslands around Melo are perfect for seeing horses, cattle, and huge sunset skies.