Travel Paraguay

The Republic of Paraguay is a landlocked nation in South America. It lies on both banks of the Paraguay River, bordering Argentina to the south and southwest, Brazil to the northeast, and Bolivia to the northwest. The name of the country means "water that goes to the ocean," derived from the Guarani words pará ("ocean"), gua ("to/from"), and y ("water"). The expression in Guarani often refers solely to Asunción, but in Spanish refers to the entire country.

The (Gran) Chaco features mostly low, marshy plains near the river and dry forest and thorny scrub further west. The highest point is the Cerro Pero (Cerro Tres Kandu) at 842 m. The southeastern border is formed by the Parana River, containing the impressive Itaipu dam it shares with Brazil. It is currently the largest hydroelectric power plant in the world, generating nearly all of Paraguay's electricity.

The local climate ranges from subtropical to temperate, with substantial rainfall in the eastern portions, though becoming semi-arid in the far west.

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Security, excellent hotel infrastructure, exquisite gastronomy, low prices and natural beauties make Paraguay the ideal location for tourism in the Mercosur area of South America.

Smooth ondulated mountain sierras, natural reserves with dense subtropical rainforests, extense palm groves and many rivers, streems and lakes make up the diverse Paraguayan landscape, a land that still hosts the broad Guarani world.

The great confluence of distinct ecosystems and the cultural diversity make Paraguay a unique and diferent country in constant evolution. One of the only countries in the world where the native language Guarani co-exists with Spanish brought in by conquistadors.

Rich artisan work, a musical heritage that is well known worldwide and the always flowering nature make the visit to our country an unforgettable experience.

The great cultural diversity and the friendliness of our people make visitors feel at home and to be recieved with open arms. You can add in an excellent offer of hotels, restaurants and other venues.

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