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August 27, 2026
Itaipu Dam Opens Its Doors: A Landmark of Engineering Draws Visitors to the Brazil-Paraguay Border
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Itaipu Dam Opens Its Doors: A Landmark of Engineering Draws Visitors to the Brazil-Paraguay Border

Discovering Asunción: A Practical Guide to Paraguay's Capital
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Discovering Asunción: A Practical Guide to Paraguay's Capital

From the Griddle to the Street: The Culinary Traditions of Paraguay's Roadside Food Culture
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From the Griddle to the Street: The Culinary Traditions of Paraguay's Roadside Food Culture

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Itaipu Dam Opens Its Doors: A Landmark of Engineering Draws Visitors to the Brazil-Paraguay Border

The Itaipu Dam, one of the world's largest hydroelectric facilities, has become a significant tourism destination on the border between Brazil and Paraguay. Managed jointly by both nations, the site offers structured vis…

August 1, 2026
Itaipu Dam Opens Its Doors: A Landmark of Engineering Draws Visitors to the Brazil-Paraguay Border
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Discovering Asunción: A Practical Guide to Paraguay's Capital

Asunción, one of South America's oldest continuously inhabited cities, offers travelers a blend of colonial architecture, riverside culture, and a comparatively unhurried pace rarely found in regional capitals. This guide covers the essentials for navigating Paraguay's political and cultural heart.

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From the Griddle to the Street: The Culinary Traditions of Paraguay's Roadside Food Culture

Paraguay's street food scene reflects centuries of Guaraní and Spanish colonial influence, with vendors across Asunción and beyond serving deeply rooted dishes that form a cornerstone of daily life. From sopa paraguaya to chipa, these foods tell the story of a landlocked nation through its flavors.

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Deep Roots and Daily Rituals: How Yerba Mate Defines Paraguayan Life

In Paraguay, yerba mate is far more than a beverage — it is a social institution woven into the fabric of daily life. From rural communities to urban households, the preparation and sharing of mate reflects centuries of cultural tradition.

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Corn, Cassava, and Cheese: The Culinary Foundations of Paraguay

Paraguayan cuisine draws from a deep fusion of indigenous Guaraní traditions and Spanish colonial influence, centering on a handful of staple ingredients that have sustained the population for centuries. Dishes such as sopa paraguaya and chipa remain cultural touchstones both within the country and among Paraguayan diaspora communities abroad.

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