How I spent my Paraguayan Christmas

How I spent my Paraguayan Christmas

In Paraguay the traditional time for Christmas festivities is the night of Christmas Eve. As such that has become the time that I partake in all that Christmas has to offer in Paraguay. Traditional Christmas decorations also differ from those in England. Whilst trees...
In Paraguay most stores are still family owned

In Paraguay most stores are still family owned

In Paraguayan towns supermarkets are a common sight. They are though still heavily owned by family run stores. Every town in the country has plenty of these. They range size from little windows in the wall to stores that can almost rival the supermarket chains. Unlike...
When it rains in Paraguay it really rains

When it rains in Paraguay it really rains

Most days are hot and dry in Paraguay. There are though those days when rain arrives and all is very different. Today is a very good demonstration of the changing weather conditions. Yesterday is was as normal hot and sunny. Last night was then a warm night with a...
Sturdy bikes. Cheap to run. Simple to repair

Sturdy bikes. Cheap to run. Simple to repair

In Paraguay some sort of transport is essential. There are plenty of buses but out in the countryside they only run at certain hours and to certain places. Independent mobility is a much better option. As with anywhere else in the world everything from bicycles to...
Caacupe and the Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Caacupe and the Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Caacupe is the religious center of Paraguay and the Feast of the Immaculate Conception its principal festival. The town of Caacupe is located 54km from Asuncion. It is home to the modern Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Miracles. Within that is housed the statue...