Ybycuí National Park

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Ybycuí National Park, Natural reserve with waterfalls and iron foundry ruins in Paraguari, Paraguay

The reserve extends across 5,000 hectares of land with steep hills reaching 400 meters, containing numerous streams that form waterfalls and natural pools.

La Rosada Iron Foundry, established in 1850s under Carlos Antonio Lopez's modernization plan, produced materials until its destruction during the Triple Alliance War.

The park's name originates from Guarani language, meaning sandy ground, reflecting the indigenous heritage of the Paraguayan region.

The national park maintains regular visiting hours from Monday to Saturday between 8:00 and 18:00, while Sunday visits start at 9:00.

The park houses 42 mammal species, 129 bird species, and multiple waterfalls including the 12-meter-high Guarani Falls with natural swimming areas.

Location: Minas Kue

Address: Minas Kue 091609, Paraguay 091609 Minas Kue 091609 Minas Kue

Opening Hours: Lundi-Samedi 08:00-18:00; Dimanche 09:00-18:00

GPS coordinates: -26.09808,-56.84130

Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:39

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The main sites and tourist attractions of Paraguay, such as waterfalls, national monuments, and art and history museums. Paraguay features modern shopping centers in Ciudad del Este, historical remnants of Jesuit missions in the Itapúa region, and natural spaces like Lake Ypacaraí. The capital Asunción houses governmental, religious, and cultural buildings, including the López Palace and the National Pantheon of the Heroes.

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