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   Paraguay (/ ˈ p ær ə ɡ w aɪ /; Spanish pronunciation: [paɾaˈɣwaj] ⓘ), officially the Republic of Paraguay (Spanish: República del Paraguay; Guarani: Paraguái Tavakuairetã), is a landlocked country in South America. It is bordered by Argentina to the south and southwest, Brazil to the east and northeast, and Bolivia to the northwest.

2. www.britannica.com › place › ParaguayParaguay | History, Geography, Maps, & Facts | Britannica

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   May 25, 2024 · Paraguay, landlocked country in south-central South America. Paraguay’s recent history has been characterized by turbulence and authoritarian rule. It was involved in two of the three major wars on the continent—the War of the Triple Alliance (1864/65–70), against Argentina , Brazil , and Uruguay , and the Chaco War (1932–35), against ...

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4. www.lonelyplanet.com › paraguayParaguay travel - Lonely Planet | South America

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   Discover Paraguay, a little-known country at the heart of the continent, with its colonial architecture, indigenous culture and natural wonders. Find attractions, articles, activities and guidebooks for your trip.

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5. www.lonelyplanet.com › articles › what-to-do-in-paraguayEverything you need to know for your first visit to Paraguay ...

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   Cradled by a bend in the meandering Paraguay River, central Asunciónis an intimate, walkable district of cobbled streets, low-slung colonial architecture, and little plazas basking in the dappled shade of the trees. The outskirts have been paved over with glitzy malls, capitalizing on the country’s reputation for cheap shopping. Café Consulado(O’Le...

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   This cheery river beach city is popular with locals in the summer. Sun yourself on San José beach, which faces across the Paraná river to Posadas in Argentina. A bus ride away lies the Most Holy Trinity of Paraná and Jesús de Tavarangue Jesuit ruins. These former Jesuit missions are Unesco world heritage sites, monuments to the role the Jesuit orde...

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   This city near the Iguazú Fallsis popular among Argentines and Brazilians looking to pop across the border for some retail therapy. If shopping isn’t your thing, visit the Itaipú Dam. This vast binational hydroelectric dam between Paraguay and Brazilis one of the world’s largest generators of hydroelectric power. Marvel at the sheer scale of this e...

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   The Gran Chaco is a huge plain spanning central and northern Paraguay. Dotted with just a few small towns, this wilderness is a place to contemplate the landscape and spot native wildlife. The little towns of Loma Plata and Filadelfia make good bases. There are buses from Asunción, but given the sheer remoteness of the area, bringing your own vehic...

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   Discover Paraguay's natural and cultural attractions, from waterfalls and ruins to street food and shopping. Learn what to do, where to go, and what to eat in this South American country.

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6. www.bbc.com › news › world-latin-america-19978115Paraguay country profile - BBC News

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   Aug 22, 2023 · Area: 406,796 sq km. Population: 7.3 million. Languages: Spanish, Guaraní. Life expectancy: 70 years (men) 76 years (women) LEADER. President: Santiago Peña. Getty Images.

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7. www.telegraph.co.uk › travel › destinationsSeven reasons to visit Paraguay, South America’s unexplored ...

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   Jan 10, 2024 · Small by South American standards, Paraguay is bigger than Germany and almost twice the size of Great Britain. It’s economically quite stable and relatively peaceful, and like many places...

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   Is Paraguay a big country?

   • Paraguay is a country of big rivers, green landscapes, folklore and a rich indigenous culture in central South America. It's relatively small compared to its neighbors, with an area of 406,752 km 2: about the same size as Germany. Paraguay is lacking in world-famous attractions, and tourist-oriented establishments are few and far between.

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   What is the history of Paraguay?

   • Paraguay, landlocked country in south-central South America. Paraguay’s recent history has been characterized by turbulence and authoritarian rule. It was involved in two of the three major wars on the continent—the War of the Triple Alliance (1864/65–70), against Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, and the Chaco War (1932–35), against Bolivia.

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   Where does Paraguay come from?

   • Paraguay is a landlocked country in south-central South America. Its name is said to derive from the Guaraní word meaning “river that gives birth to the sea,” and its national capital is Asunción.

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   Where is Paraguay located?

   • Paraguay is divided by the Río Paraguay into two well differentiated geographic regions. The eastern region (Región Oriental); and the western region, officially called Western Paraguay (Región Occidental) and also known as the Chaco, which is part of the Gran Chaco. The country lies between latitudes 19° and 28°S, and longitudes 54° and 63°W .

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9. en.wikivoyage.org › wiki › ParaguayParaguay – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

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   Paraguay is a country of big rivers, green landscapes, folklore and a rich indigenous culture in central South America. It's relatively small compared to its neighbors, with an area of 406,752 km 2: about the same size as Germany. Paraguay is lacking in world-famous attractions, and tourist-oriented establishments are few and far between.