Paraguay Travel Guide
Paraguay is in the heart of South America. This inconspicuous nation has plenty to charm its visitors with. Unlike many of its South American neighbours, Paraguay is a fairly safe destination, and has remained a comparatively stable nation over the last decade. Paraguay is a landlocked and right in the Center of South America. Paraguay River divides the country into two contrasting regions, in the west, the Gran Chaco, or Paraguay Occidental, and in the east, Paraguay proper, or Paraguay Oriental.
Asuncion, Paraguay`s capital, lies on the east side of the Paraguay River and which is about the only real city in the country. Here you can still find some rare species of parrots and monkeys. Daily you meet all kind of exotic and colorful birds, mammals and lizards e.g. humming birds, ostriches, eagles, amarillos and so on - Paraguay is pure exotic and nature.
Altos is just 8 km away from San Bernadino. San Bernadino is situated in a slightly hilly countryside and not only the area’s tourist centre, but also important for trade and culture of the inhabitants. A Nearby lake offers many possibilities for aquatic sports and relaxation. In the nice positioned open-air theater take also all sorts of cultural events place. But also in Altos you can get anything for your daily needs. Culture and dance don’t go short either.
The La Grappa´s gastronomy offers international and traditional dishes, mainly naturally prepared on an open fire grill. But Paraguay is also a paradise for Vegetarians! There is a great choice of salats and fruits as well. Let us just mention the sweet and juicy mangos, picked straight from Mango trees of the Pousada, delicious pineapples, papayas, melons are plentiful present for all guests. The lemons in the garden remind to a singularly succeeded Caipirinhas.
The inhabitants are very friendly and ready to help with any problems. The nature of the people makes it easy to conclude good and close friendships. There shouldn’t be problems by speaking German.
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