Natural resources, inter alia, the largest resource of drinking water.

Country is in the tropical climate zone. Summer lasts from October to February, temperatures in this period range between 1924 to 1930 C. The coldest months are July and August the temperature in this period are: 15 - 19 C.

Annual precipitation is very different from 2000 - 3000 mm in the east to 400 mm in the northwest.

Due to hot summers, the best time to visit Paraguay is winter (May to September). Then the temperature is more bearable, but be sure not rare when the night frost.

Paraguay is a country in the past strongly related to Spain and therefore its culture is also under the influence. Formerly Paraguayan literature was mostly written in the language of Guarani, and after konkwiście also in Spanish. However, the Spanish conquered the country from not only the language but also a lot of architecture. This is particularly evident in the interior, where one can discern known from the Iberian peninsula and the very rich motifs decorating. Nevertheless, the culture of Paraguay has retained its individuality in every field of art can discern the cultural heritage of Indians.

Catholicism: 85%

Protestantism (Gł: Pentecostals): 8.6%

Mormons: 0.73%

Traditional religions: 0,62%

Jehovah's Witnesses: 0.33%

Buddhism: 0.23%

Orthodoxy: 0.18%

Baha'i Faith: 0.1%

In Paraguay, the men took a welcome always shake hands. Accompanied by a mixed but the custom is to provide the hands and kiss on the cheek. When meeting new people, people often ask what is going on with us and the only correct answer to this question is "Si todo bien" (yes, all is well) no matter how hard the day had to. Also, when cooking meals should be proud of our host. Another answer to these questions would have been considered impolite.

English

Jopara

Hey, people speak English, but these are mainly the larger cities, people

The entire population: 94%

men: 94.9%

women: 93%

People in more remote provinces speak a dialect called Jopara. It is a combination of Spanish and guarami.

The visa requirement for EU citizens in the tourist traffic was abolished (90 days). However, there are still some limitations on entry to show a return ticket and credit card. There are also restrictions in the car and the export of drugs, weapons, protected species of fauna and flora and money. Allowed limit is 9999 USD or its equivalent in other currencies.

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Embassy of the Republic of Paraguay

Hardenbergstraße 12

D-10623 Berlin

tel. (0-0 49 30) 319 98 60

Fax: (0-0 49 30) 318 02 745

Polish Consulate in Asuncion

Honorary Consul: Anibal Jorge Goldenberg Asrilevich (Spanish, Portuguese, Italian)

Palma 685, Asunción, Paraguay, PO. Box 276

tel. (59521) 44-85-20, 44-72-66

Fax:. 49-58-07

Paraguay is under the jurisdiction of the Embassy in Argentina

Tourists are not subject to report

There are limitations associated with the dumping of weapons, drugs, money and protected plants. Permitted amount of money at the exit to U.S. $ 9,999.

Entry procedures are rather complicated and corrupt police which may involve additional costs when crossing borders.

Health care in Paraguay is very low. Generally, hospitals are divided into bad and worse.. If the situation forces us to stay in hospital, sometimes it is better to walk one way and some more lies to get to but better equipped hospital (in the worst hospitals often lack even the gloves for surgeons). Despite this, access to medical care is relatively easy, private doctor's visit costs about. $ 40. However, an overnight stay in hospital will cost 100 - $ 150.

Insurance is not mandatory, but you buy them before the journey because of the high cost of treatment. Before you purchase, make sure that the insurance company has agreements from insurance companies operating in Paraguay.

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The country is full of stray dogs. Most of them are not serious but often carry fleas which the larvae can attach to human skin (especially the feet). You should discard them immediately.

In Paraguay there is a risk of petty crime. Thefts are common pocket. You have to remember that all documents and money in a safe place to wear and unnecessary valuables and documents left in the hotel safe. Advised not to walk through the poor neighborhoods, especially in the evenings and at night. Although Paraguay is a relatively safe country for tourists, provided that we are not involved in drug trafficking.

Paraguay is not involved in the conflicts between nation.

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Mandatory must carry with them identification documents. The police are very corrupt because we also do not have huge sums in the event of "control" police.

Brazil

Are the main border crossing between Ciudad del Este and Foz do Iguacu and between Pedro Juan Caballero and Ponta Pora towards the southern Pantanal.

Argentina:

Apart from a few border crossings is the ability to escape by boat to Paraguay

Paraguay has only one international airport, but flights from it are limited to immediate neighbors of the country. Two major films that offer flights to: Latn and TAM.

No rail network.

The best and cheapest means of transport are buses. Paraguay buses depart from Santiago, Chile Sao Paulo, Brazil, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Cordoba, Argentina, Montevideo, Uruguay, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. They are usually very well equipped (even with something like a bed), also run as a regular. You may have already booked the place because it happens that there are no seats in them.

In virtually all the open border crossings is the possibility of passing car. However, this poses considerable problems caused by additional documents, plus gives you more opportunities to take bribes to customs officers

From Argentina can be reached by boat or Encarnación to Asunción.

It seems that the best and cheapest means of transport in Paraguay are the coaches.

Network of routes within the country is rather weak. However, TAM airlines maintain connections between major cities and Asuncion

No railway line

The network of buses is very well developed. Buses have a really high standard and also run as a regular. Remember to always take receipts. If we want to be sitting in this place to buy a ticket a few hours before the departure of the bus, but if you want to ride the next episode as the cheapest way is to wait until the driver turns the engine and will want to bargain with us.

You can rent a car at the airport or at travel agencies. It should be noted that only 10% of the roads are covered with asphalt and gravel roads simply in some months are no longer passable.

An alternative means of transportation is a boat. They run between the four major ports: Asuncion, Villeta, San Antonio, Encarnacion. Offer a rather low standard of travel.

In larger cities there are many internet cafes.

Letters from Paraguay are going to Europe five days.

More urban areas also offer a range of mobile

1 guarani (G) = 100 centimos

American Express, MasterCard, Visa are widely acceptable, except for small hotels and shops. The country also has a lot of ATMs that accept Cirrus, Maestro and Visa.

Travel Cheques are rarely recognized.

Restaurants

Meal, inexpensive restaurants, $ 5.00

Meal for 2 in restaurant average $ 15.00

Meal at McDonalds or Similar $ 3.75

Local Beer (0.5 liter) $ 0.70

Imported Beer (bottle 0,33 l) $ 3.00

Coke / Pepsi (bottle 0,33 l) $ 0.75

Water (0.33 l bottle) $ 0.45

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Milk (regular), 1 liter $ 0.60

A loaf of fresh bread $ 0.50

Eggs (12) $ 1.40

Fresh cheese (1 kg) $ 5.00

Water (1.5 liter bottle) $ 1.30

A bottle of wine (medium grade) $ 5.00

Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) $ 0.80

Imported Beer (bottle 0,33 l) $ 2.50

A pack of cigarettes (Marlboro) $ 2.50

In the capital there are several modern shopping malls.

Leather, wood sculptures and jewelry local

Paraguay Customs regulations do not specify a specific amount of alcohol, perfume and sports equipment that can be transported. Therefore, wherever it appears, the term "reasonable" amount.

If you want to use the offices, better to choose the more closer to the center of reindeer. Do not use the services of people standing on the streets who want to persuade us to exchange money with them.

In big cities there are many hotels that offer a high standard, and at the very reasonable price. Paraguay, despite the underdeveloped tourism infrastructure has an extensive network of hotels, hostels often referred to as the inferior quality have WiFi, air conditioning and swimming pool Please note that during the tourist season, most hotels are full, without prior reservation is hard to find accommodation. Nevertheless, when looking for accommodation away from the main tourist routes there should be no problems.

In the country there are hostels and youth hostels. They offer a fairly high standard, unfortunately, are going well for the quality of money that are relatively high.. ok. $ 20 per night.

In the area of Paraguay to find a lot of camping.

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From 1920 to 1960 USD per hostel

From 70-200 USD per hotel

If you choose the tourist season you should book accommodation in advance, because hotels are usually full.

Paraguayan cuisine does not differ notably from the others in the region. Similarities can be seen especially in relation to Brazilian cuisine (roasted bananas, pineapples, mild spices)

empanadas (pastry stuffed with eggs and meat)

Milanese (fried chicken or fish)

Sopa Paraguay (corn bread)

The most common drink in Paraguay is the tea from the leaves of yerba. It can produce both heat and cold. Prepared for the cold is called "tereré.

Stołując in roadside bars and local counterparts, "fastfoodu" you can eat less than $ 10 per meal. In restaurants, you can also taste the local food there, but prices start at $ 10 upwards per meal.

Gratuities are usually added to the bill, is not practiced as additional tips

It is recommended to drink only bottled water.

Pancholo McDonald's is a mate, there is virtually in every town

National Fine Arts Museum - art collections Obata nineteenth century colonists

Visual Arts Museum, Andres Barbero Museum - museums with exhibitions in the fields of anthropology

Route "Central Circuit", about 200 km (125 miles), which leads through some of the best places in the vicinity of the capital

Fishing International Fishing Competition held near Asunción. Dorado can weigh up to 29 kg (65Ib). Other smaller fish are appropriate for Paraguay, as well as dorado, surubí, manguruyus, and bagres armados.

Italpú Dam is one of the seven wonders of the modern world. The largest hydroelectric power śiwecie which also provides a unique ecosystem of plants and animals.

Conquer at the foot of the Cordillera de los Altos - This historic village Paraguarí, a pair of buildings built in colonial style

Asuncion Cathedral was built in 1860 at a pre-existing temple of the seventeenth century.

Nueva Australia.

Colony founded by the Australian Communist-idealists in 1893. It was the first attempt to introduce the theory of communism, Marx Korol. 700 people formed a colony, without money and power based on the theory marksinizmu. Small town with a few descendants of original settlers still exists about 5 km west of Villarrica.

Italpú Dam is one of the seven wonders of the modern world. The largest hydropower plant in the world, which also provides a unique ecosystem of plants and animals. It is also a great place to relax and for water sports.

The Gran Chaco Americano - the largest national park in South America covering the territory of such countries as Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia, Brazil

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Holidays and public holidays are:

January 1

Feb. 3 - St.. Blas, patron saint of Paraguay

March 1 - Day Heroes

Good Friday

Easter,

May 1 - Labor Day,

Ascension,

14-15 May, Independence Day, Corpus Christi,

June 12 - Peace of Chaco,

August 15 - Ascension of the Virgin, August 25 - Constitution Day,

September 29 - Battle of Boquerón,

October 12 - Race Day (Feast of Discovery of America)

All Saints

December 8 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception,

25 December - Christmas.

San Blas Festival - takes place every year in February of 1539 years. Initiated by Domingo Martínez'a. This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with the culture of Paraguay, and sample traditional foods and buy local products manually.

In Asuncion, there are numerous bars, casinos and discotheques. Find their greatest density in the street Brasillia. Parrilladas (open-air restaurants) offer by far the best atmosphere, especially in Asunción. The most popular type of music are polcas and guaranías, whose slow and romantic rhythms are used as serenades.

Measure against insects, sunglasses, protective filter

Please remember that Paraguay is quite likely to include poorer countries. Therefore, it is common to spoof sites on the small services (such as cleaning shoes, etc.) after which the natives will be demanded from us a fee.