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Travel Information on Paraguay
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Paraguay (PY)
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| Continent: |
South America |
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| Area: |
406,752 km² |
| Population: |
650,646 |
| Capital city: |
Asuncion |
ISO code: |
PY |
| National language: |
Spanish, Guarani |
International dialling code: |
+595 |
| Currency: |
Guarani |
Licence plate number: |
PY |
| Flight routes from Paraguay: |
179 |
Flight routes to Paraguay: |
225 |
| Popular airports: |
Asuncion (ASU),
Ciudad Del Este Garcia (AGT),
Pedro Juan (PJC)
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| Large cities: |
Asuncion,
San Lorenzo,
Capiatá,
Lambaré,
Fernando de la Mora,
Limpio,
Nemby,
Encarnación,
Mariano Roque Alonso,
Itauguá,
Villa Elisa,
San Antonio,
Caaguazú,
Presidente Franco,
Coronel Oviedo
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| Airlines based in Paraguay: |
TAM Mercosur
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Travelguide Paraguay (South America)
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The Republic of Paraguay is a landlocked country bordering on Brazil, on Argentina in the southwest and Bolivia to the northwest. The name Paraguay means as much as „water that leads to water in the language of the indigenous peoples of Guarani.
Geography: The Paraguay River divides the country up into two characteristic landscapes. The eastern part is crossed by a mountain chain, 600 m in altitude and extends to the Mato-Grosso Plateau in the north. East and south of this are the oldest settlements where the majority of the population lives. This landscape borders on farmland and dense forests. The area west of the river is covered in large alluvial plains, predominantly of a grey colour whereby the south and the east are covered with marshes and only sparsely populated.
Mountains and rivers: the highest mountain is San Rafael (850 m) and the longest river part of the Rio Paraná measuring 804 km on the border to Brazil and Argentina. The largest lake is lake Ypacarai (46 km²).
Climate and best time to travel: the climate in Paraguay is subtropical with temperature fluctuations throughout the year. Between December and March it can be very hot and the geographical winter is between June and September, when it can be very cold. The main rainy season is between December and March.
Language and communication: the official and national languages are Spanish and Guarani. English is only understood by those involved in business and trade in the capital.
Health and vaccinations: vaccination against hepatitis A, typhoid, diphtheria, polio and tetanus is generally recommended. Long clothing should be worn to provide protection against mosquitoes and other insects, and a locally purchased insect repellent should also be used. There is a mid incidence of malaria in Paraguay; travellers should seek advice from their GP on effective anti malaria medication. Medical care is only sufficient in the cities. Visitors are advised to take out comprehensive medical and travel insurance that covers repatriation costs. A first aid kit should be packed and fruit and vegetables peeled or boiled before being eaten.
Entry requirements: British passport holders staying for less than three months do not need a visa to enter Paraguay. Passports must be stamped on arrival by an immigration official, as visitors without a valid stamp will incur a large fine on leaving the country. Those intending to stay in Paraguay for longer than three months (e.g. to set up a business, work or study) should also get in touch with the Paraguayan Embassy in London. Paraguay requires documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents or unaccompanied minors to enter or travel in Paraguay. For further information on exact requirements at immigration please contact the Paraguayan representation in the UK.
Arrival and onward journey: there are currently no non-stop flights from Europe to Paraguay. The best connection to Asuncion (ASU) is with Iberia (IB) and the Brazilian Airline TAM (JJ), involving at least one stop over in another South American country. TAM Mercosur can be used for domestic flights in Paraguay, connecting Asuncion with Ciudad del Este (AGT) for instance and also includes other attractive South American destinations in its timetable.
Capital city: Asuncion is on the bay of the same name at the foot of the Rio Paraguay. The city has 500,000 inhabitants, but the greater city area is much larger and has an estimated 2 million inhabitants. Asuncion’s main attraction is the gothic church. The parks and the botanical garden are also very beautiful. Other sights include the church of La Encarnación and the Panteón de los Héroes, a smaller version of Les Invalides in Paris. Here the national heroes are laid to rest. From Asuncion package deals are arranged to the Iguazú waterfalls and the Salto crystal falls. Excursions to Villera as well as boat tours on the Rio Pilcomayo are also very popular. .
Places of interest: those travelling to the Iguazú waterfalls should also visit Ciudad Del Este. Near the city are the picturesque Monday waterfalls and the Itaipú reservoir, which are both worth a visit. During the colonial era, the town was the main seat of the Franciscan missionaries and these left behind many churches that are intricately decorated with wooden ornaments.
Religion: more than 95% of the population of Paraguay are Catholic. There are also small minorities of the protestant and Bahá’í faiths.
Major cities and accommodation: Asunción, Lambaré, Encarnación, Ciudad del Este, Fernando de la Mora, Pedro Juan Caballero and San Lorenzo.
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