Geography
Paraguay is in South America, South America. Its listed coordinates are -23, -58; it has Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil.
Neighboring countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil
South America
Paraguay
Paraguay is a country in South America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Asunción
- Continent
- South America
- Region
- South America
- Population
- 6.1 million
- Area
- 406,752 km²
- Currency
- Paraguayan guaraní (PYG)
- Official language
- Guaraní, Spanish
- Calling code
- +595
- Internet TLD
- .py
- Time zone
- UTC-04:00
Paraguay map preview: -23.00, -58.00
People and Culture
Paraguay uses Guaraní, Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Paraguay varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Paraguay is recorded with the official name Republic of Paraguay. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Asunción
- South America cultural and historic sites
- South America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Asunción
- Time zone data: UTC-04:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Paraguay is grouped under South America.
- Paraguay has a listed area of 406,752 km².
- Paraguay is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Paraguay
What is the capital of Paraguay?
The capital of Paraguay is Asunción.
What continent is Paraguay in?
Paraguay is in South America.
What currency does Paraguay use?
Paraguay uses the Paraguayan guaraní.
What language is spoken in Paraguay?
Guaraní, Spanish is listed for Paraguay in this database.