Paraná Department

Paraná Department is an administrative region in Entre Ríos Province that includes several municipalities, with the city of Paraná serving as its administrative center. The area encompasses diverse landscapes shaped by its position near the Paraná River and its role as a hub for regional governance and services.

The department grew from early settlements along the Paraná River into a structured administrative region for managing local governance. This framework allowed the area to organize its municipal functions and develop as a regional center over time.

The region maintains strong agricultural roots with farming and livestock raising shaping daily life throughout the area. Paraná city itself shows a blend of older buildings and modern functions that reflect how people balance tradition with contemporary needs.

Visitors can explore the various municipalities by focusing on the city of Paraná, where main public institutions and services are concentrated. The Paraná River serves as a natural reference point for navigating the regional structure.

Paraná city was designed as a planned capital starting in the 19th century with a classic grid street layout. This architectural order still gives the center a distinctive structure today that stands out from the rural communities surrounding it.

Location: Entre Ríos Province

Capital city: Paraná

Elevation above the sea: 64 m

GPS coordinates: -31.73306,-60.53000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:43