Paraguay: 5 Famous Tourist Spots You Need to Visit in the 'Heart of South America'

South America encompasses many countries that are rich in beautiful tourist spots and destinations, such as the country of Paraguay.

Given the nickname the "Heart of South America," Paraguay is a land known to be formed from the interfaces of Europe and Guarani Indians. Paraguay offers different tourist spots that every foreigner who has not been to the country will love.

5 Famous Paraguay Tourist Spots You Need to Check

Paraguay is known for the combination of culture among its locals, making your adventure in the South American country worthwhile.

To give you an idea of how beautiful Paraguay is, here is a list of the five famous tourist spots in the land called the "Heart of South America."

Ita Letra

If you love history and pieces of evidence from the past, then Ita Letra is the destination for you. This tourist spot features ancient petroglyphs carved into the caves of Amambay Hill near Villarica.

The said carvings were dated between 5000 and 2500 BC. The carvings depict paw prints, fertility symbols, and constellations of the galaxy that appear to move from the flickering of the candlelight. These petroglyphs are considered to be one of the great mysteries of the Paraguayan settlement.

Saltos Del Monday

A destination to a foreign land will not be completed without taking a deep at the local waters. Saltos del Monday is one of the tourist spots you need to check out if you want to have a nice and relaxing bath.

This place features several waterfalls that are magnificent and pleasing to look at. Saltos del Monday is also accessible by public transport buses. Bringing hiking shoes when visiting this place is encouraged to keep you safe from the sharp edges.

Cerro Cora National Park

Who would say no to a trip on a foreign land's terrains? Paraguay's Cerro Cora National Park offers a magnificent view of the country's savannah and highland terrains.

Muralia Peak is a must when visiting this park, as it offers a panoramic view of the region's forest and plains. Indigenous interactions are also waiting for you, as tribes are also present in the area.

La Santisima Trinidad de Parana

This place offers Trinidad's Jesuit ruins. The La Santísima Trinidad del Parana is the least visited UNESCO World Heritage site on the planet. This city was before within the walls, but the advancement of time left it to be a crumbling ruin and a haunting relic of the colonial age.

Asuncion

Paraguay also offers a place known to be the oldest city on the continent. The city of Asuncion is easy to access as the place is well connected to the airport by taxi and bus.

This place holds a historical background, as Asuncion was once the base of Spaniards and their starting point when they ventured out of the country westward. The city is gilded with the great National Pantheon of Heroes, along with one throbbing nightlife in Paseo Carmelitas.

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Written by: Joshua Summers

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