South America's landlocked heart — the most Guaraní-speaking country on earth, the Jesuit missions of Trinidad and Jesús, the enormous Itaipu hydroelectric dam, and Asunción's faded colonial grandeur.
- Capital
- Asunción
- Population
- 6,109,644
- Area
- 406,750 km²
- Languages
- Guaraní, Spanish
- Currency
- Paraguay Guarani (PYG)
- GDP
- $45,465M
Good to know
Driving side
Right
National dish
Sopa paraguaya
Annual visitors
1,077,000 (2020)
Safety
Moderate (6.78/100k)
Avg temp
23.9°C
Religion
Christianity
Coast
Landlocked
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Travel guide
Paraguay is a country of big rivers, green landscapes, folklore and a rich indigenous culture in central South America. It's relatively small compared to its neighbors, with an area of 406,752 km2: about the same size as Germany. Paraguay is lacking in world-famous attractions, and tourist-oriented establishments are few and far between. But those visitors who do come will be rewarded with a great experience of South America: colonial history, ruins of missions, vast wilderness, and a strong mix of European and indigenous cultures.
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Best time to visit
May–September is the dry season — the best time for Asunción and the Jesuit missions. October–April is hot and rainy. The Pantanal extends into northwest Paraguay and is best visited dry season.
Visa
Citizens of US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia and most Western countries receive 90 days visa-free in Paraguay.
Public holidays
UNESCO World Heritage Sites (1)
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