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Honest guide

Is Paraguay worth visiting? An honest answer

Paraguay is worth it if you like history, food and people more than famous postcards. Who will love it, who won't, and how many days to plan.

Safety

Is Paraguay safe to visit? What you need to know

Paraguay is safe with normal Latin American city precautions. Real risks, Ciudad del Este, taxis and apps, solo women and emergency numbers.

Triple frontier

Can you see Iguazu Falls from Paraguay?

Iguazu Falls are seen from Argentina and Brazil, not Paraguay. What Ciudad del Este adds: Itaipú, Monday Falls, the triple frontier and the border bridge.

Asunción

Things to do in Asunción, Paraguay: a 1 to 3 day guide

Things to do in Asunción, Paraguay in 1, 2 or 3 days: historic center, Mercado 4, Museo del Barro, local food and day trips to Areguá and San Bernardino.

Itineraries

Paraguay itinerary: 3, 7 and 10 day plans

Paraguay itinerary day by day: 3, 7 and 10 day plans covering Asunción, Jesuit missions, Encarnación, Itaipú and the Chaco. How many days you really need.

Budget

Is Paraguay the cheapest country in South America?

Paraguay is one of the cheapest countries in the region. Real prices for food, transport and lodging, plus what is not cheap.

When to go

What is the best time to visit Paraguay?

The best time to visit Paraguay is April to June and August to October. Weather by month, festivals, blooming lapachos and when to avoid the heat.

Off the radar

Why Paraguay is South America's least visited country (and why to go)

Few tourists reach Paraguay. Why that is, what it means for you (no crowds, more authentic) and what to see before it changes.

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Must-seesWhat every traveller should see at least once.55 places

Jesuit missionsRed stone, musician angels and World Heritage.16 places

Waterfalls, rivers & lakesCool off: waterfalls, river beaches and lagoons.50 places

Nature & birdsChaco, Pantanal, Atlantic forest and hills.76 places

Getaways from AsunciónUnder 150 km: a day trip or a weekend.45 places

Faith & pilgrimageCaacupé, colonial churches and patron-saint festivals.43 places

Shopping & craftsBorder towns, markets and artisan workshops.40 places

Hidden gemsCorners that never make the postcards.18 places

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