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General Information:
Asuncion located on the bank of Paraguay River is the capital city ,a principal port area and a chief cultural and industrial center. The city offers breathtaking natural vistas with picturesque landscapes, majestic hills and lush greeneries. Cerro Lambare hill is a spectacular scenic spot with the wonderful lapacho trees. The city got its name from the Spanish word Asuncion meaning assumption that perhaps link to the Assumption of Mary. The old town area offers diverse architectural complexes. The modern city center with numerous parks, plazas, shopping malls and restaurants is a fascinating place. The city has a humid and warm climate. The population of the city is 1,639,000 according to 2002 census.
Tourist Attractions:
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Calle Palma Street in the downtown with several historical marvels, plazas, shops and restaurants is a popular tourist area. Godoy Museum, Church of La Encarnacion, Presidential Palace, Cathedral Metropolitana and Casa de la Independencia are the major tourist attractions of the city. Parque Caballero and Parque Carlos Antonio López are two most visited parks..
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Transportation:
Paraguay river terminal in the downtown and Sajonia neighborhood offers boat services to various tourist places. A passenger boat organises trips on the Río Paraguay from Asuncion to the Brazilian city of Corumbá.Silvio Pettirossi International Airport located at Luque is the gateway to many national and international flights. American Airlines, Aerosur, Gol and TAM Mercosur are the major airlines connecting the city. The city has a comprehensive bus network. The long distance bus terminal is situated on the Republica Argentina Avenue. Buses connect major cities and international routes to surrounding countries.
Shopping:
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A multitude of luxurious malls dotting the city offers a wide array of shopping. The biggest shopping malls are Shopping del Sol, Mariscal Lopez Shopping, Shopping Villa Morra and Mall Excelsior in the downtown. The Amerindian markets are famous for nanduti laces.
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Hotels:
Hotel Escelsior located in a close proximity to Asuncion Airport is one of the premier luxurious Asuncion hotels. Hotel amenities include piano bar, concierge, continental breakfast and conveyances to and from the airport. Casino Hotel Resort situated on the shore of Paraguay River just few minutes from downtown is a deluxe resort. It provides a cozy hotel experience amidst pristine natural views. Hotel facilities include Casino, Swimming Pool, Golf Course, Fitness Center, Wheelchair, Spa/Massage, Meeting Facilities, Babysitting, Broadband Access and Restaurant in Hotel.Aparthotel Porta Westfalica,Gran Hotel del Paraguay, Cecilia Hotel,Sheraton Asuncion Hotel and Trigo del Sur guesthouse are other popular Asuncion hotels.
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