Paraguay is situated in South America and is a landlocked country. It is officially known as the Republic of Paraguay and is often called the “Heart of America”. The heritage sites, attractive tourist sites, and museums are the tourist attractions of Paraguay. The Jesuit Missions ruins and Jesus de Tavarangue ruins are recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.
Guaraní (PYG)
406,752 square km (157,048 square miles)
6,561,748 (estimated)
Spanish and Guaraní
+595
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Summer (DST) (UTC-3)
The climate of Paraguay is marked by its wet and dry climate. Due to the absence of mountains, Paraguay is a windy place with the winds touching speeds of 100 miles per hour (161 km /hr).
Paraguay is geographically divided into Western Paraguay and Eastern Paraguay. As the rainfall varies tremendously across Paraguay, there are different types of the land varieties to be found in Paraguay.
Territory & Capital : Paraguay is surrounded by Argentina on its south and southwest, by Bolivia to the northwest, and by Brazil to the east and northeast. The nation is situated between 19 degrees and 28 degrees S latitudes and 54 degrees and 63 degrees W longitudes. Asunción is the capital and the largest city of Paraguay.
Suitable Visiting Seasons : The period between October and March is the best period to visit Paraguay.
Transportation in Paraguay is available through the network of railways, roads, airports, and rivers.
Contact the nearest Paraguayan Embassy for details on the requirements of visa.
