Cmasi · CC BY-SA 4.0Catedral de San Blas
A 1964 cathedral with a shape evoking a ship and stone sculptures, right in downtown Ciudad del Este.
What it is
The Cathedral of San Blas is in downtown Ciudad del Este and was completed in 1964. It has a singular European-style design that, according to SENATUR, evokes the shape of a ship, and is decorated with carefully crafted stone sculptures. It is one of the city's most notable religious and cultural points of interest: a calm spot a few metres from the shopping centres and the commercial bustle of the border.
What to see and do
- Ship-shaped design
- Stone sculptures
- Central location
Did you know…?
Its structure evokes a ship, a symbol of the Church as refuge and guide.
San Blas is also the name of the main avenue in the area.
Tips
- It is a working church: respect mass times and dress respectfully.
- The feast of Saint Blaise is celebrated on 3 February.
According to SENATUR, Monday to Saturday 7:00-18:00; check before you go.
Best time: Year-round.
Activities
Festivals and events here
Saint Blaise, Patron Saint of Paraguay
The patron saint of the Republic and of Ciudad del Este is honored with Masses, processions and festivities in several towns.
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Researched and reviewed in September 2026 with 2 sources. A second reviewer checked dates, coordinates and lodging. Hours and prices may change.