What To Do In Asuncion Paraguay

What To Do In Asuncion Paraguay

by Jonny Blair

Here's a top 5 things to do in Asuncion, Paraguay.

Forget places like Rio, Buenos Aires and La Paz and head to a proper off the beaten track South American city. Paraguay's capital city of Asuncion is a great place to escape the tourists. It offers a host of great things to see and do and you should check it out!

1. Go to South America's First Railway Station

I love trains, but you'll be waiting a while if you want the next Paraguay to Bolivia service to leave Asuncion. Rather than relegate this train station to history's dustbin, the Paraguayans have opened it as a museum. You can get on an old train and reminisce.

2. The Slums and the border to Argentina

Asuncion has some very run down areas, and these slums are down by the riverside. The slums are cool to look at in the day time but at night it's not really recommended. You can stare across at Argentina as Paraguay borders it. A river separates Asuncion from Argentina. You can boat or bus it across to another country if you like.

3. "Do a Chilavert"

If you want to see a massive football stadium where history was made then head to Estadio Defensores Del Chaco in Asuncion, Paraguay. It's a great stadium and players like Santa Cruz and Jose Luis Chilavert have played here. Paraguay have been impressive in a lot of recent World Cups and this is their home venue. It's well worth checking out and a bus from the city centre can take you there.

4. Heroes Square (Plaza de Los Heroes) and Asuncion's Buildings

War and politics are never far away as a tourist and I was slightly moved by my trip here. A small room which is a monument and memorial to Paraguay's chosen few. I'd recommend it.

After checking out the Heroes Square and monuments don't forget that Asuncion has lots of other cool old buildings to check out including Churches, a Palace, a Cathedral and old style skyscrapers.

5. Go for a night out!

When the sun sinks from Asuncion's skyline, the most surprising thing is that the city centre becomes the sort of ghost town even Casper would be surprised about. That's when you get your party shoes on and enjoy yourself. I managed to get pissed with my travel buddies, befriend some locals and get inspired. Gasping for a return to this city. Local beer is Pilsen but the Britannia Pub in the city brews their own beer which is worth trying.



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