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Paraguay

Paraguay. Population: 6,454,548 Languages: Spanish Guaraní Religion: 89% Catholic ; 11% Other Ethnicity: Mixed Spanish and Indian Descent – Mestizo Capital: Asunción. General Information. Center of South America “Heart of America” Bordered by: Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia

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Paraguay

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  1. Paraguay

  2. Population: 6,454,548 Languages: Spanish Guaraní Religion: 89% Catholic ; 11% Other Ethnicity: Mixed Spanish and Indian Descent – Mestizo Capital: Asunción General Information

  3. Center of South America “Heart of America” Bordered by: Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia Total Landlocked Country Location

  4. The Guaraní 1 Guaraní = 0.0002 US Dollars Currency

  5. Economic center of the country Produces footwear, textiles, and tobacco Known for soccer and famous art museums (MuseoNacial de BellasArtes) Location: South West Paraguay Asunción Major Cities: Asunción

  6. Featured in TV shows like NCIS Movies like Miami Vice Area for Shopping and Food Location: About 10km from Asunción Major Cities: Ciudad del Este

  7. 3rd Most populated city Area of most commerce and trade The National university of Asunción is located in this city Location: Next to Asunción in the commerce district of the country Major Cities: San Lorenzo

  8. Built in 1774 Paraguay’s Revolt against Spain began here “Birthplace of Independence” Great Architecture Location: Asunción 5 Interesting Places: Casa de la Independencia

  9. Was a Military College Now is a culture center for people to learn about their culture Prime attraction in Asunción Was a blood bank during the Chaco War 5 Interesting Places: Casa de los Disputados

  10. Location: On the border of Paraguay, Brazil, Argentina Very Famous Waterfalls Known for their great views Native vendors sell many cultural items here such as arrows, headdresses, and pottery 5 Interesting Places: Iguazu Falls

  11. Location: Near the Iguazu Falls • Known for its rare species of animals • Such as: • Giant Anteater • Jaguar 5 Interesting Places: Itaipu Zoo

  12. “Small Sisters” of Iguazu Falls Known for its Natural Beauty It is a series of small waterfalls located near the Iguazu Falls Draws many tourists every year 5 Interesting Places: Monday Falls

  13. 1. Founded by Spaniards – Guaraní Ancient Tribes 2. Founded in 1537 3. Contains the Pantanal – Worlds largest freshwater wetland 4. Subtropical Climate 5. Major Economic Activities: Agriculture and Cattle Ranching Fun Facts

  14. 6. Largest exporter of hydroelectric power 7. 3rd largest exporter of Soybeans 8. Only 2-3% of the population live in the east – most live in cities 9. Completely Landlocked 10. Contains two of the largest dams in the world Fun Facts: Continued…

  15. www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/pa.htmlwww.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/pa.html www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/1841.htm www.lonelyplanet.com/paraguay http://lifestyle.iloveindia.com/lounge/facts-about-paraguay-2471.html www.iguassu-misted-falls-vacation.com/places-to-visit-in-paraguay.html Works Cited

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