Alto Paraná Department

Top Attractions in Alto Parana

Alto Parana Essentials

This selection highlights the diverse landscape of Paraguay's Alto Paraná department. It features the Itaipu Dam, one of the world's largest hydroelectric plants, alongside the Saltos del Monday and Saltos del Ñacunday waterfalls. Cultural sites include the Museo de la Tierra Guaraní, which documents regional indigenous history, and the Templo Budista. The list also covers the commercial hub of Ciudad del Este with the Monalisa shopping center and the symbolic Marco das Três Fronteiras at the junction of Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina.

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Itaipu Dam

The Itaipu Dam is a hydroelectric dam on the Paraná River located on the border between Brazil and Paraguay.

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Templo Budista de Foz do Iguaçu

Built in 1996, this temple features over 120 statues, including a seven-meter-tall sitting Buddha. The grounds offer panoramic views of Ciudad del Este and Foz do Iguaçu.

Valentina Mancini / CC-BY-SA

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Marco das Três Fronteiras

A landmark marking the confluence of the Paraná and Iguazu rivers where Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina meet. It features an obelisk painted in the colors of the national flag.

Garcia.dennis / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Saltos del Monday

The Municipal Park Monday and its main attraction – approximately 40 m tall and 120 m wide waterfall named Saltos del Monday – are located…

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Monalisa

A shopping mall a wide variety of stores. One of the best shopping options in Paraguay.

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Saltos del Ñacunday

Located within the Ñacunday National Park, this waterfall stands approximately 40 meters high and 110 meters wide, fed by the Ñacunday River.

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Mueso de la Tierra Guaraní

A museum documenting the history and culture of the Guaraní people, alongside the regional flora and fauna of the Paraná River basin.

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San Lucas

A Catholic cathedral serving the Diocese of Ciudad del Este, characterized by its modern architectural design.

Edgar Andino / Public domain

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Estadio Antonio Aranda

Estadio Antonio Aranda, known until 2013 as Estadio Tte. Cnel.

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