Heavy rains wash out roads in Paraguay

Heavy rains wash out roads in Paraguay

It is normal at this time of year, late summer, for there to be rain in Paraguay. This year however the rains have been exceptionally heavy. And in addition to that the rains have continued for many days. It has been far more than the country is prepared for and can...
The birthplace of Paraguayan independence

The birthplace of Paraguayan independence

In central Asuncion sits a small nondescript building. This is the most important nondescript building in the country. The building in Independence House where the independence of Paraguay was plotted and from where the patriots headed to confront the then governor of...
Armadillos, creatures of the Paraguayan countryside

Armadillos, creatures of the Paraguayan countryside

Armadillos are to be found throughout the Paraguayan countryside. Despite being elusive and difficult to see in the wild they are quite common. Armadillos in Paraguay a hard to spot for the same reason that badgers are in Britain. Like badgers armadillos spend much...
In the heart of historic Asuncion sits the old port.

In the heart of historic Asuncion sits the old port.

The old port of Asuncion sits in the Bay of Asuncion just off the River Paraguay. It is located riverside in the heart of the historic center of Asuncion. At one time the port of Asuncion handled the majority of the freight coming to and leaving from Paraguay. The...
This is where I live in Paraguay

This is where I live in Paraguay

In Paraguay I live in the town of Piribebuy. Piribebuy is located in the countryside approximately 80km from the capital city Asuncion. Piribebuy is very much a tourist town. It is located amongst a range of hills none of which rise much above 300 metres. Those hills...