To visit Paraguay as a tourist

To visit Paraguay as a tourist

Paraguay can be a very interesting and rewarding place to visit as a tourist. Anyone who visits will find a welcoming country largly unspoilt by the effects of tourism. It is away from the well travelled tourist routes and so in much of the land tourists are a novelty...
Aregua, an artistic lakeside town in Paraguay

Aregua, an artistic lakeside town in Paraguay

The town of Aregua is located a little over 20 km from Asuncion. It sits on the shores of the Lake Ypacarai overlooking it’s waters. Located as it is close to the capital Aregua is easily reached on a day trip from there. This can cause it to be crowded on...
Asuncion, Old Town vs. New Town

Asuncion, Old Town vs. New Town

Asuncion is the capital of Paraguay and it’s principle city. The city consists of a large number of districts spread over a wide geographical area. Whilst individual districts are walkable there can be great distances between them. Transport such as a taxi or a...
So what is it like to live in Paraguay?

So what is it like to live in Paraguay?

So what is it like to live in Paraguay? That is a question that I am often asked. The answer in the most simple of terms is very pleasant. For anyone who is easy going, flexible and keen to get to know the local way of doing things it can be very rewarding. Even more...
Living a life in the Paraguayan countryside

Living a life in the Paraguayan countryside

For many people the most pleasurable aspect of Paraguay is it’s countryside. Living there can be a very enjoyable thing to do. It is a relaxed and friendly place to be. An easy going lifestyle can be found here. One where in general terms everyone is left to...
Heroes of the Chaco Bridge, Asuncion

Heroes of the Chaco Bridge, Asuncion

Heroes of the Chaco Bridge, or in Spanish, Puente Heroes del Chaco, is the newest addition to the Asuncion skyline. Crossing the River Paraguay it is clearly visible from as far away as the Bay of Asuncion. That is a few kilometres downstream. From there it dominates...