Traveling in Pedro Juan Caballero
Chiperas Most buses do not make more than one pit stop, but roadside chiperas get on frequently to sell chipa and cocido to hungry passengers. Often you can tell …
Category: Paraguay
Travel to Gran Chaco
Music & Dance Paraguayans are very proud of their musical heritage. During the colonial era, Guarani and Spanish musical traditions were blended, thanks to the Jesuit priests. The musical …
Gran Chaco Travel Destinations
Immigrants Paraguay is also home to an interesting mix of immigrant populations. Some are more integrated into Paraguayan society than others. Geographic isolation has led many to adapt quickly …
Gran Chaco Vacations
Mennonites: Paraguay ‘s Other Farmers The history of the Mennonite colonies in Paraguay proves a lesson in the power of collective work to overcome obstacles. Originally hailng from various …
Iguaçu Falls Travel
Guyra Campana The bell bird, known as the pajaro campana in Spanish and the guyra campana in Guarani, is the national bird of Paraguay. Its call once …
Travel to Yaguarón
As Dr. Francia left no clear successor, the years following his death were marked with uncertainty and a series of governmental changes. In 1844, Carlos Antonio Lopez was declared …
When to Visit Paraguay
The best time to visit Paraguay is during its dry season, between May and October. Daytime temperatures are mild and pleasant with lows in the nighttime notwithstanding. Travel to …
Iguaçu Falls Guide for Tourist
Environment Geography Paraguay is a landlocked country located in the heart of South America with Bolivia to the north, Brazil to east, and Argentina to the west and south. …
Travel to Nemby
Peace Corps Paraguay Paraguay is home to one of the largest and longest running Peace Corps programs worldwide. Peace Corps volunteers live and work in communities for 27 months. …
Getting Around of Paraguay
By Bus Buses (colectivos) are the main form of transportation in Paraguay with quality ranging from large double-decker buses that feature bathrooms, A/C, and TVs, to local commuter buses …