Travelling around Paraguay by bus

Travelling around Paraguay by bus

Paraguay has a cheap, efficient and extensive bus network. It is possible to reach almost anywhere in the country by public transport. The buses travelling around Paraguay can be broken down into three types. Firstly local, then long distance and finally city buses....
On a walking tour around Piribebuy

On a walking tour around Piribebuy

The town of Piribebuy is located approximately 80 km from Asuncion. It is very well situated in hill country surrounded by open countryside. The town and the surrounding area are both popular with tourists. In addition to tourism Piribebuy is also a historically...
Visiting an exhibition at the local garden centre

Visiting an exhibition at the local garden centre

Earlier this year a new garden centre opened up near me. It is located out on the road towards Piriberbuy. It has recently been the scene of a gardening exhibition. The garden centre itself is called Paseo las Palmeras and after several months of construction opened...
Earthen roads in Paraguay require occasional repairs

Earthen roads in Paraguay require occasional repairs

Many of the roads in Paraguay are earthen roads. These orange stripes seek out even the remotest habitations in the country. The majority of the main roads are now paved. These join the towns and villages of the land together and give an urban feel to town centers....
Touring the buildings of Asuncion’s Historic Center

Touring the buildings of Asuncion’s Historic Center

Being the capital city Asuncion is the first port of call for most visitors to Paraguay. As such it is the ideal place to begin any journey around the country. Asuncion contains within it sufficient history to give a general oversight of the land. For many year what...
Some things to do when visiting Piribebuy

Some things to do when visiting Piribebuy

The small country town of Piribebuy lies approximately 80 km from Asuncion. It is situated in picturesque upland scenery which draws a regular stream of visitors. The town is these days primarily a tourist and resort town. It does though have a long and interesting...