Concepción Department

Concepción Department is an administrative region in northern Paraguay covering flat and rolling terrain with limestone formations throughout. The area is crossed by several river systems, including the Paraguay River along its western edge, and comprises fourteen districts.

The region developed during colonial times and was shaped by conflicts between European settlers, Brazilian raiders, and indigenous populations. Belén, one of its major settlements, was founded in the mid-1700s and helped establish permanent settlement in this part of Paraguay.

The region reflects the lives of farming communities where agriculture shapes daily routines and local traditions. You'll find people whose families have built their livelihoods around crop cultivation and rural crafts for generations.

Visitors reach the region via main roads connecting to the Paraguay River and linking the various districts together. The best time to explore is during the drier season when roads are in better condition and river routes are easier to navigate.

The area holds sizable limestone deposits that are mined for cement production, making this an important local industry. This economic activity often goes unnoticed by visitors who focus mainly on the agricultural landscape.

Location: Paraguay

Capital city: Concepción

Part of: South America Midwest Integrated Zone

Shares border with: Amambay Department, San Pedro Department, Presidente Hayes, Alto Paraguay, Mato Grosso do Sul

Website: https://concepcion.gov.py

GPS coordinates: -23.00000,-57.00000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 07:52