Tobatí, locality in Paraguay
Tobatí is a city in the Cordillera department known for its craftsmanship and pottery tradition. The town sits among low, rocky hills where narrow streets connect simple brick houses and small workshops where artisans still work by hand.
Founded in 1539 by Spanish explorer Domingo Martínez de Irala, the town later became home to Pedro Juan Caballero, a key leader in Paraguay's fight for independence from Spain. The place carried these historical roots through centuries of growth.
Tobatí's name comes from the Guaraní language and relates to the land and local heritage. The town celebrates its patron saint, Mary of the Immaculate Conception, every December 8 with processions and communal gatherings that bring neighborhoods together.
The easiest way to reach Tobatí is by bus from Asunción, Paraguay's capital. Once there, you can walk through town easily or hire local guides to visit nearby hills and craft workshops.
The city is famous for producing bricks and roofing tiles using traditional wood-fired kilns, with products shipped across South America. Every spring, students from a Connecticut school visit to help with local projects and support the craft heritage.
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