Central Department

The Central Department stretches across 2,465 square kilometers, surrounding the national capital Asunción and containing nineteen municipalities including Areguá, its departmental capital.

Established in 1935, the department originated from former Spanish military settlements and religious centers, with cities like Luque emerging from colonial villages.

The nineteen districts of Central Department maintain their individual celebrations and traditions, from pottery making in Itá to traditional festivals in Areguá.

Central Department connects to major transportation networks through Silvio Pettirossi International Airport in Luque and multiple national highways leading to neighboring regions.

With 1,866,562 residents recorded in 2022, Central Department holds the largest population concentration in Paraguay, representing 30 percent of the national total.

Location: Paraguay

Inception: 1935

Capital city: Areguá

Part of: South America Midwest Integrated Zone

Shares border with: Capital District, Presidente Hayes, Cordillera Department, Paraguarí Department, Ñeembucú Department, Formosa Province

Website: http://central.gov.py

GPS coordinates: -25.30000,-57.41667

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:12