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Paraguay

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A beautiful waterfall in Ñacunday National Park, Paraguay, flowing over rocks into a clear pool below.

Welcome to Paraguay!

Paraguay is a beautiful country in South America. It is landlocked, meaning it does not touch the ocean, but it has rivers that connect it to the Atlantic Ocean. Paraguay shares borders with Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia. The capital city is Asunción, a lively place with lots of history.

Nature and Wildlife

Paraguay has many different landscapes. In the east, you can find green forests and rolling hills. The west is part of the vast Gran Chaco, a dry and sandy area. Even though it is mostly dry, Paraguay is full of wildlife. You can see animals like monkeys, armadillos, and jaguars in its forests and parks.

Culture and Language

The people of Paraguay are friendly and proud of their mixed heritage. Most people are mestizos, which means they have both European and indigenous roots. Many speak two languages: Spanish and Guaraní. Guaraní is an ancient language still used today!

Fun Facts

  • Paraguay is known for its happy spirit. Festivals and music are big parts of everyday life.
  • The country grows lots of soybeans and beef, which it shares with other nations.
  • Paraguay uses clean energy from big dams, like the Itaipu Dam, one of the largest in the world.

Paraguay may be small, but it is full of wonders waiting to be discovered!

Images

Portrait of José Gaspar Rodríguez de Francia, a historical leader of Paraguay.
An 1864 map showing parts of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay, with detailed coastal insets.
Portrait of Francisco Solano López, a historical figure, taken in 1859.
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba meets with President Santiago Peña of Paraguay at the Japanese Prime Minister's Official Residence in 2025.
Vice President Lai attends the inauguration of President Santiago Peña Palacios of Paraguay in 2023.
Aerial view of the city of San Bernardino in Paraguay, founded by German settlers in 1881.
Map showing major highways and roads in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Paraguay for the year 2026.
Aerial view of the Itaipu Dam, the world's largest hydroelectric power plant located at the border of Brazil and Paraguay.
A colorful map showing how many people live in different areas of Paraguay in the year 2010.
Chilean President Sebastián Piñera greets Paraguay's new President Horacio Cartes during an official meeting, with Vice President Juan Afara observing.
A cultural representation of Caacupe, Paraguay, showcasing its local heritage and people.

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