by Simon | Mar 24, 2022 | Nature
Here in Paraguay the drought that had lasted all summer has finally been bought to an end. Summer should be a time of sunshine and showers. The time of year when the heat builds up but the air is freshened as periodic storms return the evaporated moisture to the...
by Simon | Mar 5, 2022 | History
The battle of Acosta Nu was the last mayor battle of the Triple Alliance War. The remnants of the Paraguayan army was heavily out numbered by the Alliance troops. These were mostly Brazilian along with some Argentines. Following the loss of Asuncion in late 1868 the...
by Simon | Feb 8, 2022 | History
Piribebuy is a small country town. These days it is mainly a destination for tourists seeking unspoiled countryside and green open spaces. It does though have a long and interesting history. This is what is on show at the town museum. The museum Comandente Pedro Pablo...
by Simon | Jan 19, 2022 | Nature
January is high summer in Paraguay. As such very hot days are always expected. This year however the heat has lasted unbroken for weeks rather than days. Weather that is extreme even for Paraguayan summer. Temperatures every year at the height of summer rise above 40...
by Simon | Jan 6, 2022 | Biography
These day I live in a house with all the comforts that brings. However for me here in Paraguay that has not always been the way of things. Throughout my time at the English school and for a good while afterwards everything was far simpler. Certainly less comfortable...
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