The country is divided into two different climatic zones by the Paraguay River. The Gran Chaco plain with a tropical climate lies at an altitude of 100 to 400 m in western Paraguay. In the western part of the Gran Chaco there is a semi-arid tropical climate with annual rainfall between 550 and 1000 millimeters,…
Category: Paraguay
Like Bolivia, it is one of only two countries on the continent to have no outlet to the sea. About 1/3 of the entire Paraguayan population lives in the capital, Asunción, and because of the great miscegenation with the indigenous people, Guarani is an official language as well as Spanish. It was one of the poorest and most isolated countries on the continent, but it has seen great economic progress in recent years – yet social inequalities are still latent. It is a popular destination for Brazilians who want to make affordable shopping. Some of the most tourist areas in the country are Ciudad del Este, Asunción, Encarnación and Gran Chaco.
Capital: Asunción
Population: 7.22 million
Territory: 406,752 km²
Official language: Spanish and Guarani
Currency: Guarani
Paraguay Flag and Meaning
Flag of Paraguay Paraguay Flag Meaning The flag of Paraguay differs from others because it does not have the same emblem on both sides of the flag. On one side is the image of the country’s coat of arms, on others you see the Ministry of Finance’s emblem. José de Francias, the country’s head of…
Paraguay Population
Paraguay was an oppressive and brutal dictatorship until 1989. Since the introduction of democracy, the country has been characterized by corruption, and major social and economic inequalities between the poor and the rich. Key figures and facts Capital: Asunción Ethnic groups: Fertilize 95% (descendants of Spaniards and Indians), other 5% Language: Spanish (official), Guarani (official)…
Paraguay Facts
Paraguay, State of South America; 406 750 km2, 7 million residents (2019).Paraguay borders Brazil in the east, Argentina in the south and southwest, and Bolivia in the northwest. The capital is Asuncion (523,200 residents, 2018). Country facts Republic of Paraguay / Republic of Paraguay Country abbreviation: PY Area: 406 750 km2 Population (2019): 7 million…
Paraguay Holidays
Paraguay Public Holidays Searching for the national holidays in Paraguay? All public holidays in Paraguay are treated like Sundays. This means that most of the Paraguay employees have a day off and all schools are closed on these office holidays. If you are planning a trip to Paraguay and want to know what the national…
What is the Capital of Paraguay? Asunción
Asunción is the capital and largest city of Paraguay, at the Pilcomayo outlet in the Paraguay River. The city has 521 559 residents (DGEEC, estimate for 2020) and is part of the larger urban area of Gran Asunción with just under three million residents. Asunción is the country’s economic, religious, political and cultural center. Here…
Embassies of Paraguay
List of all Paraguay embassies and consulates in foreign countries or regions, including the city where it is located, street or mailing address, contact phone number and fax information. If you come from Paraguay and need help from these diplomatic missions, please refer to the following list to find one that is close to you….
List of Foreign Embassies in Paraguay
Countryaah.com provides a full list of foreign embassies and consulates located in Paraguay in alphabetical order. If you plan to travel from Paraguay to other countries, this information can help you prepare your visit, including applying visa and packing your baggage. See the following list of diplomatic missions in Paraguay for detailed contact information including…
Paraguay Import Restrictions
In order to enter Paraguay, certain goods are subject to specific controls and, regardless of their value and quantity, they require the consent of Paraguay government, preferably, license must be obtained prior to passage through the customs, preventing the goods from being retained. On this page, you will see what kinds of items are prohibited…
Paraguay Airports
As of 2019, there are 14 airports throughout the country of Paraguay according to IATA and ICAO. Through the table below, you can find name of each airport, its abbreviation, city location, and size. Airports in Paraguay are listed in alphabetical order. Please note that some airports serve internationally, while the other only serve domestically….
Paraguay Major Trade Partners
Buying and selling are essential for any country to develop its economy and maintain good relations with other nations. The first table below shows top trading partners of Paraguay in terms of export sales (selling), including Uruguay, Brazil, and Chile. The second lists top trade partners of Paraguay regarding import total (buying). That is, most…
Paraguay Major Imports
Based on the statistics of United Nations, Paraguay imported US$10,839 million worth of goods around the world in 2018. Among all the top products imported to Paraguay, Computers, Printers & Storage Units contribute to 4.00% of total trade value, equal to US$433,962 thousand. The second imported is Non Crude Oil, which accounts for 3.15%. The…
Paraguay Major Exports
According to the statistics of CIA FactBook, Paraguay exported US$5,329 million worth of goods around the world in 2018. Among all the top products exported from Paraguay, Soybeans contribute to 7.71% of total trade value, equal to US$410,629 thousand. The second exported is Frozen Beef, which accounts for 4.58%. The following table lists the top…