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Due to the intermarriage of the Guarani Indian and Spanish civilization, Paraguay is a bilingual country, with aproximately
90% of its population speaking both languages. This historical process has also resulted in a mestizo culture which blends
elements both Spanish and Guarani.
CRAFTS:
Aho-poi:
fine clothing hand woven and hand made. This linen cloth is embroidered with threads of the same color, generally white. The typical aho-poi is produced in Yataity. Aho-poi shirts, blouses, tablecloths and napkins, are in very great demand. Nanduti:
Made of industrialized fine cotton thread, with combinations of many colors, though the most traditional nanduti is white. It is used for centerpieces, mantles, and other display areas where the handwork and color combinations can be best apreciated. Ceramics:
Pottery is a popular craft known by the Indians, such as, for example the colombian method and finger moulding of humid clay. Today you will find the classical "cantaro" (bucket), vessels, and human figures for decoration. The clay gains natural colors through the aplication of oxides and firing techniques (red, toasted, black).- GASTRONOMY:
- In Paraguay, cuisine has a great home tradition, giving a delicious combination of meats and river fish, with a wide variety of fresh vegetables and fruits, which you can find throughout the year. The most popular dishes are based on corn, meat, milk and cheese. The main dishes are: Chipa Guazu, Bori-Bori, So'o-yosopy, Locro, Mbeyu, Puchero, Guiso, Mandioca and the famous and popular Chipa. The local drink preferred by Paraguayans is a locally produced dark rum, an alcoholic beverage made from sugar cane; and terere, an infusion of yerba mate (ilex paraguayensis) and cold water, sometimes flavored with medicinal herbs. It is served in guampas or mates (gourd) and sipped through a Bombilla which is a kind of metal straw.
- Sights & places
- If you are looking for marvelous nature sites, beautiful colonial arquitecture, wonderful landscapes, a enormous variety of plants and animals, abundant rivers and water falls, exciting sportfishing, hospitality and generosity, then Paraguay is the perfect choice.
The "Central Circuit"
is a round trip of 200 kilometres that begin and ends in Asuncion, and covers the following places: San Lorenzo.
with its Gothic church and University Halls. Ita
famous for earthenware and pottery. Yaguaron
one of the most beautiful churchs in South America, built and richly decorated by the Franciscans Missdionaries in the 17th century. Paraguari
an area of picturesque hills and historic sites. Piribebuy
historic and picturesque. Pirareta and Chololo waterfalls. Caacupe
the place where Paraguayan pay special devotion to the Virgin of Caacupe. Saint Bernardino
a resort city built on the shores of Lake Ypakarai. Itaugua
the center of "Nanduti" production, where this craft is widely exhibited for sale. One of the best possible souvenirs of Paraguay. Aregua
famous for earthenware and pottery. Capiata
with its 18th century Franciscan church.Encarnacion:
372 kms from Asuncion, on the Parana River, facing the city of Posadas in Argentina. The population is a mixture of Polish, Ukranians, Germans, Japanese and Koreans, engaged mainly in agriculture and commerce. Famous for its Summer carnivals, sportfishing, and the nearby Yacyreta Dam. It is the point of departure to visit the ruins of the Jesuit Missions of Paraguay. These extraordinary structures, declared an International Heritage by the United Nations, show a magnificent imported architecture executed by the native people, and evidencing the great technical skill required for the construction of the huge vaults of the main churches. Ciudad del Este, Yguazu Falls, Itaipu Dam:
327 kilometres away from Asuncion, a young city founded only three decades ago, on the border with Brazil, it is the main access to the Yguazu Falls and Itaipu Dam. It is the country's leading commercial center due to the flow of imports and exports across the Parana River, you will find Foz de Iguazu, and 20 kilometres from there, the Iguazu Falls, located on the border between Brazil and Argentina, it is considered one of the world's great wonders. More than 250 water falls spread in an incredible tropical landscape, which you can enjoy through ramps and observatories. North of Ciudad del Este, the Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Dam is the largest such project in the world, with a total length of 8 kilometres and a height of 225 meters. It has 14 gigantic spillways which form artificial waterfalls and generate an ubelievable 12,600,000 kilowatts of clean electric energy.
National Profile Embassy News Links for Information The Republic of Paraguay
is a country of some 5,220,000 inhabitants and occupies an area of 406.752 square
kilometers. It is located in the heart of South America, surrounded by Argentina
to the South, Brazil to the East, and Bolivia to the North. Its name derives
from the Paraguay River which, together with the Parana and Uruguay Rivers,
forms the Rio de la Plata Basin. The Paraguay River divides the country into
two distinct regions which. are quite different in character. The Eastern Region,
between the Paraguay and Parana Rivers, has fertile, rolling plains with numerous
waterways, lakes, broad pasturelands and thick forests. The Western Region,
known as the Chaco, is a vast plain crossed by numerous non-navigable rivers.
This is the land of Quebracho, a very hard wood, and cattle ranches. Because
it is so sparely populated, it is also home to a wide variety of animals living
in their natural habitat..
OFFICIAL NAME: Republic of Paraguay
CAPITAL: Asuncion,
with a population of 1.120,000, is also an important port on the Paraguay River.
OFFICIAL LANGUAGES: Spanish and Guarani.
GOVERNMENT: Paraguay is a democratic republic with its government divided into three branches : The Executive, headed by President Luis A. Gonzalez Macchi. The Legislative, also known as the National Congress, composed of a Lower House whose members are National Deputies, and
an Upper House whose members are National Senators. The Judiciary, with the
Supreme Court of Justice, composed of nine members, as the Court of Last Appeal.
Application Documents required to enter the country:
(1)A Valid passport:
This requirement applies to nationals of all countries, except Argentina, Brazil,
Chile and Uruguay, whose nationals may enter with their identity cards.
(2)A proper Visa: An entry visa is necessary for a foreigner who wants to visit Paraguay.
Citizens of Japan and certain other countries do not need a visa if their visit
to Paraguay does not exceed 90 days. Due to the intermarriage of the Guarani Indian and Spanish civilization, Paraguay
is a bilingual country, with aproximately 90% of its population speaking both
languages. This historical process has also resulted in a mestizo culture which
blends elements both Spanish and Guarani. CRAFTS: Aho-poi: fine clothing hand
woven and hand made. This linen cloth is embroidered with threads of the same
color, generally white. The typical aho-poi is produced in Yataity. Aho-poi
shirts, blouses, tablecloths and napkins, are in very great demand. Nanduti:
Made of industrialized fine cotton thread, with combinations of many colors,
though the most traditional nanduti is white. It is used for centerpieces, mantles,
and other display areas where the handwork and color combinations can be best
apreciated. Ceramics: Pottery is a popular craft known by the Indians, such
as, for example the colombian method and finger moulding of humid clay. Today
you will find the classical "cantaro" (bucket), vessels, and human figures for
decoration. The clay gains natural colors through the aplication of oxides and
firing techniques (red, toasted, black).
NATIONAL HOLIDAYS:
1 JAN. New Year's Day
(*) Holy Thursday
(*) Good Friday
1 MAY. Labor Day
15 MAY. Independence Day
12 JUN. End of the Chaco War
15 AUG. Founding of Asuncion
29 SEPT. Victory Day
8 DEC. Feast of the Immaculate Conception
25 DEC. Christmas Day
(*) Please note that the actual dates for Holy Thursday
and Good Friday vary from year to year.
CURRENCY: Guarani (1 USD = 3,550 Gs.)
RELIGION: Predominantly Catholic, but a wide variety of religions are practiced,
freedom of religion is guaranteed by the Constitution.
ELECTRICITY: 220 volts, 50 hz.
CLIMATE: Semitropical, with warm summers, moderate in winters, and an
average annual temperature of 22 degree centigrade. * Embassy Staff Members
Miguel A. Solano Lopez C. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotenciary Enrique
Miguel Franco Maciel Counsellor Julio C. Peralta Rodas First Secretary Sachiko
Hasegawa Consular Attache * First Paraguayan Association in Sano City The Association
of Paraguayan Residents was created in Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture. The main
objective of the new association is to promote the friendship, understanding
and cooperation between Japanese and Paraguayan residents in Sano City. Membership
is open to people of all nationalities, and anyone wishing to join, may call
Mariano Vargas, the President of the Association, at (0283) 218-645, for more
information.
Information Service for Travellers Places
of Entry: By air: the "Silvio Pettirossi" International Airport at Asuncion,
and the "Guarani" Airport near Ciudad del Este.
By river: the Port of Asuncion
on the Paraguay River. By land: From Argentina: Puerto Falcon via the bridges
over the Pilcomayo and Paraguay rivers; Ita Enramada by ferry; Encarnacion:
by bridge or rail. From Brazil:
Ciudad del Este via the Friendship Bridge over
the Parana River; Pedro Juan Caballero near Ponta Pora (Brazil); Bella Vista
via the International Bridge over the Apa River.
Customs facilities: The following
can be introduced into Paraguay free of customs duties: cameras, sound equipment,
sports equipment, etc., for personal use.
Lodging: Paraguay has a wide variety
of hotels, motels, residences and boarding houses. The prices vary just as widely
and depends on the category of the facilities.
Rent-A-Car: A number of companies
provide cars for hire with or without a driver.
Q Is an entry Visa necessary
for a Japanese national who wants to visit Paraguay? A Japanese national with
valid passport does not need an entry visa for a visit of up to 90 days. If
he/she wants to reside permanently in Paraguay, other documents are necessary.
Permanent residence in Paraguay required the following documents authenticated
by Gaimusho and by the Consulate of Paraguay: (1) Koseki-Tohon, (2) Keisatu
no Muhanzai Syomeisyo, (3) Kenkou-shindansyo and (4) A certificate of good health.
Q Are vaccinations against any particular disease recommended before going to
Paraguay? A It is advisable to be vaccinated against tropical diseases and once
in Paraguay, it is advisable to prevent infection with the appropiate medication.
Q I have a Paraguayan passport, but have to renew it. What are the requirements?
A (1) Send the passport to the Consulate of Paraguay by registered or certified
mail, with 2 photos (3x4) and 1.300 yen. (2) Wait for 2-3 weeks and call the
Consulate at (03) 3443-9703 to make an appointment. 
The principal industries are those related to
cattle, such as cold storage plants, tanneries, leather goods manufacture, etc.
Other important industries include textiles, cottoned oil, tung, soy bean, sourmills,
construction materials, cement and lime, tobacco and sugar. The government has
a policy of encouraging Paraguay's relatively small industrial sector to diversify
into non-traditional areas. Nine specific areas have been targeted by the current
government as being of special significance to the economy's export sector.
These include: agroindustries, particularly in vegetable oils, based on Paraguay's
large soybean production; textiles, based on the country's existing and sizeable
cotton production; leather products and energy-intensive industries such as
metal-mechanics and chemicals, to make use of Paraguay's vast availability of
inexpensive hydroelectric energy
GASTRONOMY: In Paraguay, cuisine has
a great home tradition, giving a delicious combination of meats and river fish,
with a wide variety of fresh vegetables and fruits, which you can find throughout
the year. The most popular dishes are based on corn, meat, milk and cheese.
The main dishes are: Chipa Guazu, Bori-Bori, So'o-yosopy, Locro, Mbeyu, Puchero,
Guiso, Mandioca and the famous and popular Chipa. The local drink preferred
by Paraguayans is a locally produced dark rum, an alcoholic beverage made from
sugar cane; and terere, an infusion of yerba mate (ilex paraguayensis) and cold
water, sometimes flavored with medicinal herbs. It is served in guampas or mates
(gourd) and sipped through a Bombilla which is a kind of metal straw. Sights
& places If you are looking for marvelous nature sites, beautiful colonial arquitecture,
wonderful landscapes, a enormous variety of plants and animals, abundant rivers
and water falls, exciting sportfishing, hospitality and generosity, then Paraguay
is the perfect choice. The "Central Circuit" is a round trip of 200 kilometres
that begin and ends in Asuncion, and covers the following places:
San Lorenzo.
with its Gothic church and University Halls. Ita famous for earthenware and
pottery. Yaguaron one of the most beautiful churchs in South America, built
and richly decorated by the Franciscans Missdionaries in the 17th century.
Paraguari
an area of picturesque hills and historic sites.
Piribebuy historic and picturesque.
Pirareta and Chololo waterfalls.
Caacupe the place where Paraguayan pay special
devotion to the Virgin of Caacupe.
Saint Bernardino a resort city built on the
shores of Lake Ypakarai. Itaugua the center of "Nanduti" production, where this
craft is widely exhibited for sale. One of the best possible souvenirs of Paraguay.
Aregua famous for earthenware and pottery.
Capiata with its 18th century Franciscan
church. Encarnacion: 372 kms from Asuncion, on the Parana River, facing the
city of Posadas in Argentina. The population is a mixture of Polish, Ukranians,
Germans, Japanese and Koreans, engaged mainly in agriculture and commerce. Famous
for its Summer carnivals, sportfishing, and the nearby Yacyreta Dam. It is the
point of departure to visit the ruins of the Jesuit Missions of Paraguay. These
extraordinary structures, declared an International Heritage by the United Nations,
show a magnificent imported architecture executed by the native people, and
evidencing the great technical skill required for the construction of the huge
vaults of the main churches.
Ciudad del Este, Yguazu Falls, Itaipu Dam: 327
kilometres away from Asuncion, a young city founded only three decades ago,
on the border with Brazil, it is the main access to the Yguazu Falls and Itaipu
Dam. It is the country's leading commercial center due to the flow of imports
and exports across the Parana River, you will find Foz de Iguazu, and 20 kilometres
from there, the Iguazu Falls, located on the border between Brazil and Argentina,
it is considered one of the world's great wonders. More than 250 water falls
spread in an incredible tropical landscape, which you can enjoy through ramps
and observatories. North of Ciudad del Este, the Itaipu Hydroelectric Power
Dam is the largest such project in the world, with a total length of 8 kilometres
and a height of 225 meters. It has 14 gigantic spillways which form artificial
waterfalls and generate an ubelievable 12,600,000 kilowatts of clean electric
energy.
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