by Simon | Jun 17, 2023 | Culture
The Museum Dr Andres Barbero is a real hidden gem. It contains the largest collection of ethnographic and archaeological material relating to the ancient and indigenous peoples of Paraguay. A must for anyone interested in the history of cultures. The museum was...
by Simon | Mar 20, 2023 | Culture
Balnearios are the country parks of Paraguay. Almost anywhere that there is some green countryside and a stretch of clear water one can be found. With the temperature rising above 40 degrees in summer it is no surprise that people should seek somewhere to cool down....
by Simon | Feb 16, 2023 | Culture
Terere is Paraguay’s national beverage. It is also part of it’s cultural heritage. Since 2020 terere has been listed by UNESCO as part of the worlds intangible cultural heritage. Terere is an infusion of crushed yerba mate with ice cold water. Only in...
by Simon | Feb 11, 2023 | Culture
Chipa Paraguaya is one of the most traditional foods that can be found in Paraguay. It’s origins go back to long before the arrival of the Spanish in the region. The original chipa was the bread that was made by the Guarani who lived in the forests of the land...
by Simon | Jan 6, 2023 | Culture
In summer time the chirp of the cicada echos all across Paraguay. Having emerged from below ground and carried out one last moult these large insects make their presence known to all. Their distinctive sound whistles and buzzes far louder than any of the other sounds...
by Simon | Nov 12, 2022 | Culture
Just like people everywhere in the world people in Paraguay enjoy listening to live music. However with Paraguay being off the tourist trail it is also off the route taken by most touring artists when they visit South America. With a more established infrastructure...
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