Pedro Juan Caballero, Border city in Amambay Department, Paraguay
Description
Pedro Juan Caballero is a border city in Amambay Department that sits directly alongside the Brazilian city of Ponta Pora, forming a single continuous urban area. The city is located at about 607 meters elevation and spreads along the borderline.
History
The city began in 1899 when a police station was established near Punta Pora Lagoon. Merchant Jorge Casaccia later donated land that helped the settlement develop and grow.
Culture
Life here is shaped by its position between two countries, with residents regularly crossing the border for work and daily activities. The community has developed a mixed character where Paraguayan and Brazilian influences blend in shops, restaurants, and neighborhood routines.
Practical
The city is accessible via Route 5 'Gral Bernardino Caballero', which connects it to other regions like Concepción and Asunción. From its border position, visitors can easily cross between Paraguay and Brazil.
Did you know?
The city receives about 1,650 millimeters of rain annually and has high humidity levels, making it one of the wettest regions in the country. This warm, humid climate shapes the vegetation, buildings, and daily life in visible ways.
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