Ñeembucú Department

The Ñeembucú Department spans 12,147 square kilometers of predominantly rural land characterized by grassy fields and scattered wetlands along the Paraguay River.

During the War of the Triple Alliance in the 1860s, the territory of Ñeembucú became the stage for major battles at Tuyutí and Curupaytí.

The department maintains strong agricultural traditions, with communities dedicated to cattle and sheep farming across its sixteen administrative districts.

The city of Pilar functions as the capital of Ñeembucú Department, providing essential services and administrative facilities for its 85,749 residents.

The department borders both the Paraguay and Paraná rivers, creating natural boundaries with Argentina and supporting regional trade networks.

Location: Paraguay

Capital city: Pilar

Part of: South America Midwest Integrated Zone

Shares border with: Central Department, Paraguarí Department, Misiones Department, Corrientes Province, Chaco Province, Formosa Province

GPS coordinates: -26.66667,-57.91667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:18