San Juan Bautista

San Juan Bautista extends across 2,165 square kilometers of land near the Tebicuary River, serving as a commercial center for agricultural activities.

The district gained official recognition as a small town in 1893 during Carlos Antonio López's administration and became the department capital in 1945.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of San Juan Bautista de las Misiones maintains strong religious traditions through its missionary colleges and ecclesiastical activities.

The district connects to major transport routes through Route 4, linking the towns of Asunción and Encarnación while providing access to regional markets.

The January Siriki festival brings together local communities for traditional celebrations featuring horseback riding, colt taming, and regional food specialties.

Location: Misiones Department

Elevation above the sea: 61 m

Website: http://www.sanjuanbautista.gov.py/

Website: http://sanjuanbautista.gov.py

GPS coordinates: -26.63333,-57.16667

Latest update: March 31, 2025 08:19