Why visit
Asunción is the capital of Paraguay. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Paraguay at a glance
Country center
-23.0°, -58.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
406,752 km²
157,048 mi²
Country population
6.9 million
17/km²
Subregion
South America
Currency
Paraguayan guaraní (₲)
PYG
Dial
+595
Languages
Guaraní, Spanish
Demonym
Paraguayan
Internet
.py
UN
Member state
ISO code
PY / PRY
Where in the world
-23.0° · -58.0°
Paraguay
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Did you know
- Paraguay is one of only two landlocked countries in South America (with Bolivia).
- Itaipu Dam, shared with Brazil, is the world's largest hydroelectric producer by annual energy generation.
- Paraguay has two official languages: Spanish and Guaraní, the indigenous language: spoken by 90% of the population.
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Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Asunción
What currency is used in Asunción?
Asunción uses the Paraguayan guaraní (₲), ISO code PYG.
What languages are spoken in Paraguay?
The primary languages are Guaraní and Spanish.
What is the international calling code for Paraguay?
The calling code is +595.
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