Asunción

Asunción sits on the eastern bank of the Paraguay River and holds government buildings, commercial centers and residential neighborhoods. Wide avenues connect different districts that spread from the waterfront up to the hills in the east.

Founded on August 15, 1537, the settlement served as a starting point for Spanish colonial expeditions. From here, other South American cities were later established.

Guaraní is spoken alongside Spanish everywhere in town, from markets to government offices. This bilingual reality shows in everyday conversations, where both languages are often mixed within the same sentence.

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport connects the capital with South American destinations through regular flights from several carriers. Main traffic hours begin early in the morning and reach their peak during the afternoon.

The National Pantheon of Heroes preserves memories of important figures from the country's past. The Metropolitan Cathedral dates from the 19th century and shows architectural elements from that period.

Location: Capital District

Inception: 1537

Elevation above the sea: 43 m

Website: https://asuncion.gov.py

GPS coordinates: -25.28005,-57.63438

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:29