{"id":333,"date":"2026-01-26T14:07:15","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T13:07:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asipi.org\/asuncion2026\/?page_id=333"},"modified":"2026-02-23T13:34:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T12:34:15","slug":"sobre-asuncion","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/asipi.org\/asuncion2026\/sobre-asuncion\/?lang=en","title":{"rendered":"About Asuncion"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"333\" class=\"elementor elementor-333\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0245103 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0245103\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88d10c7 elementor-widget__width-inherit elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"88d10c7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n    .section-parallax::before {\r\n        content: \"\";\r\n        position: absolute;\r\n        top: 0;\r\n        right: 0;\r\n        bottom: 0;\r\n        left: 0;\r\n        background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.4);\r\n        \/* oscurece la imagen *\/\r\n        z-index: 1;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .section-parallax>.spacer {\r\n        position: relative;\r\n        z-index: 2;\r\n        \/* el contenido va por encima del overlay *\/\r\n    }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n\r\n<div role=\"main\" class=\"main\">\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- Intro -->\r\n    <section class=\"section-height-2 section-with-shape-divider border-0 lazyload pt-5 pb-0\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"container\">\r\n            <div class=\"row justify-content-center pb-2 mb-5 align-items-end\">\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"col text-center\">\r\n                    <h1 class=\"font-weight-bold text-dark\">\r\n                        Discover Asunci\u00f3n\r\n                    <\/h1>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"row pb-2 mb-3\">\r\n                <div class=\"col-md-6\">\r\n                    <div class=\"card\">\r\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asipi.org\/asuncion2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2026\/01\/PSX_20200814_175852-scaled.jpg\"\r\n                            class=\"img-fluid\">\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"col-md-6 \">\r\n                    <p class=\"text-justify\">Paraguay is recognized for its extraordinary natural wealth, especially for the importance of its rivers, which play an essential role in the national economy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n                    <p class=\"text-justify\">The country is also famous for its folk music, such as the Paraguayan polka, and its gastronomy, which includes traditional dishes like sopa paraguaya and terer\u00e9.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <p class=\"text-justify\">The Paraguayan character stands out for its warmth, hospitality, and a deep sense of community. The kindness of its people is widely known, as is their close relationship with nature and their ancestral traditions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <p class=\"text-justify\">Paraguayan identity is a melting pot of customs and traditions, strongly connected to both its Indigenous heritage and its colonial history. It is a country with a unique cultural richness that continues to shape the daily lives of its people.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <!-- Hotel -->\r\n    <section\r\n        class=\"parallax section section-text-light section-parallax section-center section-height-3 section-with-shape-divider border-0 lazyload mt-0 mb-0\"\r\n        data-bg-src=\"https:\/\/asipi.org\/asuncion2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2026\/01\/PSX_20201019_102003-scaled-e1769434278657.jpg\"\r\n        style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/asipi.org\/asuncion2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2026\/01\/PSX_20201019_102003-scaled-e1769434278657.jpg');\">\r\n        <div class=\"shape-divider shape-divider-reverse-x\" style=\"height: 100px;\">\r\n            <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\"\r\n                y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 1920 103\" preserveAspectRatio=\"xMinYMin\">\r\n                <path fill=\"#ffffff\" d=\"M1895,78c-56.71-6.03-113.75-12.1-167-17c-75.42-6.94-133.81-10.66-171-13c-62.1-3.91-108.85-5.97-155-8\r\n              c-35.96-1.58-78.06-3.42-133-5c-59.81-1.72-103.18-2.23-172-3c-92.17-1.03-154.41-1.01-169-1c-69.05,0.05-115.16,0.67-137,1\r\n              c-43.08,0.65-76.21,1.48-97,2c-28.02,0.7-71.13,1.8-128,4c-16.64,0.64-57.72,2.28-111,5c-26.12,1.33-67.11,3.45-121,7\r\n              c-21.14,1.39-54.21,3.59-96,7c-19.93,1.63-39.22,3.32-47,4c-16.12,1.41-33.55,2.94-55,5c-26.48,2.54-19.07,2.04-77,8\r\n              c-19.39,1.99-36.94,3.77-60.59,7.46V103H1923V81C1916.55,80.3,1906.82,79.26,1895,78z\" \/>\r\n            <\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"spacer py-5 my-5\">\r\n            <div class=\"container\">\r\n                <div class=\"row justify-content-center pb-2 mb-3\">\r\n                    <div class=\"col-md-9 text-center\">\r\n                        <p class=\"font-weight-bold text-color-light text-6 lead appear-animation animated appear-animation-visible mb-5\"\r\n                            data-appear-animation=\"fadeInUpShorter\" data-appear-animation-delay=\"300\">\r\n                            Paraguay invites you to experience its vibrant culture and lush natural landscapes.\r\n                            From the warmth of its people to the unique flavors of its traditional cuisine, every corner\r\n                            offers an authentic experience.\r\n\r\n                        <\/p>\r\n                        <p class=\"text-color-light text-4 appear-animation animated appear-animation-visible my-5\"\r\n                            data-appear-animation=\"fadeInUpShorter\" data-appear-animation-delay=\"300\">\r\n                            In June, the country comes alive with activity: book fairs, theater performances,\r\n                            open-air concerts, and charitable events such as La Comilona de Telet\u00f3n. It is the ideal\r\n                            month to explore the Jesuit reductions, discover waterfalls and mountains, and enjoy safaris\r\n                            and cultural tours through historic cities. Visiting Paraguay in June means immersing\r\n                            yourself in a culture that celebrates creativity, tradition, and a deep connection to the\r\n                            land.\r\n\r\n                        <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n                        <p class=\"text-color-light text-4 appear-animation animated appear-animation-visible my-5\"\r\n                            data-appear-animation=\"fadeInUpShorter\" data-appear-animation-delay=\"300\">\r\n                            <strong>Cultural Recommendations:<\/strong>The Asunci\u00f3n Book Fair, a theatrical performance at\r\n                            the Alliance Fran\u00e7aise, visits to the Jesuit ruins of Jes\u00fas and Trinidad, a walk through the\r\n                            Saltos del Monday, and tours of emblematic neighborhoods.<\/p>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"shape-divider shape-divider-bottom\" style=\"height: 102px;\">\r\n            <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\"\r\n                y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 1920 102\" preserveAspectRatio=\"xMinYMin\">\r\n                <path fill=\"#ffffff\" d=\"M1895,78c-56.71-6.03-113.75-12.1-167-17c-75.42-6.94-133.81-10.66-171-13c-62.1-3.91-108.85-5.97-155-8\r\n              c-35.96-1.58-78.06-3.42-133-5c-59.81-1.72-103.18-2.23-172-3c-92.17-1.03-154.41-1.01-169-1c-69.05,0.05-115.16,0.67-137,1\r\n              c-43.08,0.65-76.21,1.48-97,2c-28.02,0.7-71.13,1.8-128,4c-16.64,0.64-57.72,2.28-111,5c-26.12,1.33-67.11,3.45-121,7\r\n              c-21.14,1.39-54.21,3.59-96,7c-19.93,1.63-39.22,3.32-47,4c-16.12,1.41-33.55,2.94-55,5c-26.48,2.54-19.07,2.04-77,8\r\n              c-19.39,1.99-36.94,3.77-60.59,7.46V103H1923V81C1916.55,80.3,1906.82,79.26,1895,78z\" \/>\r\n            <\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n\r\n    <!-- Intro -->\r\n    <section class=\"section-height-2 section-with-shape-divider border-0 lazyload pt-5 pb-0\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"container\">\r\n            <div class=\"row justify-content-center pb-2 mb-5 align-items-end\">\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"col text-center\">\r\n                    <h1 class=\"font-weight-bold text-dark\">\r\n                        About Asuncion\r\n                    <\/h1>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"row pb-2 mb-3\">\r\n                <div class=\"col-md-6\">\r\n                    <div class=\"card\">\r\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/asipi.org\/asuncion2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2026\/01\/PSX_20201019_080249-scaled.jpg');\"\r\n                            data-bg-src=\"https:\/\/asipi.org\/asuncion2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2026\/01\/PSX_20201019_080249-scaled.jpg\"\r\n                            class=\"img-fluid\">\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"col-md-6 p-1\">\r\n\r\n\r\n                    <p class=\"text-justify\"> Asunci\u00f3n is the capital and most important city of Paraguay. Located on the banks of the\r\n                        Paraguay River, it is the country\u2019s political, economic, social, and cultural center. Founded in\r\n                        1537, it is one of the oldest cities in South America and preserves a valuable historical\r\n                        heritage that coexists with a constantly evolving urban life. The city offers a unique blend of\r\n                        tradition and modernity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n                    <p class=\"text-justify\">Among its main attractions are historic buildings, museums, cultural centers, parks,\r\n                        shopping areas, and a diverse gastronomic scene. Asunci\u00f3n invites visitors to walk its streets,\r\n                        learn about its history, enjoy its art, and experience the warmth of its people. It is the ideal\r\n                        starting point for discovering Paraguay\u2019s rich cultural heritage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"row justify-content-center my-5 mx-3\" id=\"migratory-requirements\">\r\n\r\n                <div class=\"col-md-8 appear-animation evento bg-color-grey\" data-appear-animation=\"fadeInUpShorter\"\r\n                    data-appear-animation-delay=\"600\">\r\n                    <div class=\"card border-0\">\r\n                        <div class=\"card-body text-center bg-color-grey\">\r\n                            <h4 class=\"\">Migratory Requirements<\/h4>\r\n                            <ul style=\"padding-left:0.5rem\">\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">The identity document from the country of origin is a travel document valid exclusively for citizens of MERCOSUR traveling to another member or associated country of the bloc, including Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. <\/li>\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">Passwords for travel documents in process will not be accepted as valid\r\n                                    documents for entry into and exit from the country.<\/li>\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">Always check with the competent authority of the destination country\r\n                                    regarding the travel requirements for entry into their territory.<\/li>\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">All persons, nationals and foreigners in general, adults and\r\n                                    minors, have the obligation to register their entry and exit from the country.\r\n                                <\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n                            <\/ul>\r\n                            <h4 class=\"mt-5\">Valid Travel Documents<\/h4>\r\n                            <h4 class=\"text-4 mt-3\">Paraguayans<\/h4>\r\n                            <ul style=\"padding-left:0.5rem\">\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">Valid passport or\r\n                                    valid Paraguayan Identity Card (valid for travel within MERCOSUR).<\/li>\r\n                                <li  style=\"text-align: left;\">Expired travel documents\r\n                                    of Paraguayan citizens will be accepted as valid only for entry into the country,\r\n                                    not for exit, and must therefore be renewed to leave the national territory.<\/li>\r\n                            <\/ul>\r\n                            <h4 class=\"text-4\">Foreigners with Permanent or Temporary Residence in Paraguay<\/h4>\r\n                            <ul style=\"padding-left:0.5rem\">\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\"> Valid passport, accompanied by the Temporary or Permanent Admission Document,\r\n                                    or Valid Identity Document from the country of origin (valid for travel within\r\n                                    MERCOSUR), accompanied by the Temporary or Permanent Admission Document, or;\r\n                                    Valid Paraguayan Identity Card.<\/li>\r\n                            <\/ul>\r\n                            <h4 class=\"text-4\">Foreigners with\r\n                                Temporary Stay (Non-Residents)<\/h4>\r\n                            <ul style=\"padding-left:0.5rem\">\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">Valid passport, or Valid Identity Document from the country of origin (valid for travel within\r\n                                    MERCOSUR).<\/li>\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">\r\n                                    Consular or Arrival Visa , provided by the Ministry of Foreign\r\n                                    Affairs (in cases where carrying a Visa is required to enter Paraguay).<\/li>\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\">\r\n                                    Proof of entry into the country (migration stamp in the passport or immigration card stamped and issued by the National Directorate of Migration upon entry into Paraguay).<\/li>\r\n                            <\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n                            <h4 class=\"\">Useful visitor information<\/h4>\r\n                            <ul style=\"padding-left:0.5rem\">\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Currency:<\/strong> The official currency is the Guaran\u00ed (PYG), which\r\n                                    has been in circulation since 1944. It is the oldest legal tender still in use in\r\n                                    South America and has maintained remarkable monetary stability over the past 70\r\n                                    years.<\/li>\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Official Language: <\/strong>\r\n                                    Spanish and Guaran\u00ed.<\/li>\r\n\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Water:<\/strong>\r\n                                    The country\u2019s water supply is potable and is sourced from its three main rivers: the\r\n                                    Paraguay, Paran\u00e1, and Pilcomayo rivers.\r\n\r\n\r\n                                <\/li>\r\n\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Climate and Seasons:<\/strong> Paraguay has a subtropical climate, with\r\n                                    temperatures varying by season. In summer, average temperatures range between 25\u00b0C\r\n                                    and 35\u00b0C (and can be higher in the Paraguayan Chaco region), while in winter they\r\n                                    range between 10\u00b0C and 20\u00b0C (and may be lower in the southern part of the country).\r\n                                    <\/li>\r\n\r\n                                <li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Electricity:<\/strong> In Paraguay, the standard voltage is 220 V, the\r\n                                    frequency is 50 Hz, and plug type C is used. Visitors are advised to bring an\r\n                                    adapter or transformer to avoid any inconvenience.\r\n                                    <\/li>\r\n\r\n                            <\/ul>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover Asunci\u00f3n Paraguay is recognized for its extraordinary natural wealth, especially for the importance of its rivers, which play an essential role in the national economy. The country is also famous for its folk music, such as the Paraguayan polka, and its gastronomy, which includes traditional dishes like sopa paraguaya and terer\u00e9. 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