South America

José Ignacio

Maldonado · Uruguay

Sanctuary Score

80 / 100

#12 in the Americas

“Six-by-six-block fishing village where an 1877 lighthouse, two empty oceans, and 292 year-round neighbors deliver the quietest luxury in South America.”

Aerial view of the beach — José Ignacio, Uruguay

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The Faro de José Ignacio lighthouse — Uruguay — Pexels

Bird's-eye view of houses by the sea — José Ignacio, Uruguay — Pexels

The ten pillars

Each scored 1–10 by hand. Their sum is the Sanctuary Score.

Nature9 / 10

Walkability10 / 10

Food8 / 10

Healthcare7 / 10

Climate stability7 / 10

Air & water9 / 10

Safety9 / 10

Connectivity6 / 10

Community5 / 10

Beauty10 / 10

At a glance

Tracked separately from the score — these describe the place, they don't rank it.

Climate: Coastal
Sensory load: 2/10 · calm
Cost: $$$$; ~$1400/mo · 1BR
Expat community: Medium

Sources

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