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Rancho Laguna Blanca Paraguay

editor — Thu, 23 Feb 2017 12:27:00 +0000

In landlocked Paraguay any body of water is a potential vacation spot with families crowding river banks and creek beds to enjoy respite from the heat. Secluded within San Pedro, Laguna Blanca is one of the country’s most picturesque and pristine waterfront getaways. The 147 hectare lake is crystal clear with white sandy shores surrounded by dense vegetation. The lake’s waters are very shallow, creating a natural wading pool perfect for small children (and sunbathing adults). Aside from the natural beauty, what sets Laguna Blanca apart from other bathing areas in Paraguay are the strictly enforced environmental regulations. Beach goers

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Visiting Itapua’s Jesuit Ruins

editor — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 11:12:00 +0000

The ruins have recently received special attention from Paraguay’s Ministry of Tourism which developed the Ruta Jesuitica (Jesuit Route) project to improve services, activities and information available related to the Jesuit missions. This project lead to the development of the Light and Sound show in Trinidad and construction of an astronomy center at San Cosme y Damian. Perhaps the most useful development has been the introduction of a single ticket (cost: Gs. 25,000 with Paraguayans and residents of Itapua receiving special discounts) valid for entry to all three sets of ruins. This can be purchased at any of the ruins.

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Santisima Trinidad del Parana Map Paraguay

editor — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 08:00:00 +0000

Founded in 1706 by Juan de Anaya, the mission of Santisima Trinidad del Parana (usually shortened to Trinidad) was the second to last of the thirty Jesuit missions to be built. Founded with overflow from the mission of San Carlos de Borrome, construction began in 1712. In fact, the mission was still under construction when Jesuits were expelled from Paraguay in 1767. At its peak Trinidad was home to over 4,000 indigenous, all under the supervision of just two to three Jesuit priests. Of all the missions in Paraguay, Trinidad has the most remaining structures – there are ruins of

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