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...
The new ecclesiastical museum in Caacupe

The new ecclesiastical museum in Caacupe

Caacupe is the religious center of Paraguay. As such it is fitting that it should have a museum in which to display its religious heritage. Caacupe approximately 50km is the home to the Virgin of Caacupe. The Virgin of Caacupe is venerated across the country and the...
In Paraguay every neighbourhood has its chapel

In Paraguay every neighbourhood has its chapel

In Paraguay religion plays an important part in everyday life. Particularly the Catholic church. Every town has its principal church. These are often fine old buildings which serve as a focus for the town. Beyond these is a large network of neighbourhood chapels. No...
Every Paraguayan child enjoys the traditional dances

Every Paraguayan child enjoys the traditional dances

The traditional dance and music of Paraguay is not just a history. It is very much part of the modern day culture of the land. There is no one who has not learnt and participated in it as a child. Being part of the culture of Paraguay there are some groups who are...
Traditional Paraguayan Dresses

Traditional Paraguayan Dresses

The traditional Paraguayan dress remains very much an active part of Paraguayan culture. It may no longer be everyday clothing but is owned by every girl and young woman across the land. In common with much of the world traditional dress is no longer a common sight on...
Paraguayan Handicrafts

Paraguayan Handicrafts

Traditional handicrafts are an ideal souvenir of almost any country. Paraguay is not exception. The handicrafts of Paraguay have long tradition. Most dating back to the Spanish colonial period and some further back still. Whilst many are these days made purely as...