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Asuncion

Paraguay · Asunción

Asuncion is the capital and the largest city of Paraguay. The city lies on the eastern bank of the Paraguay River, immediately north northeast of the confluence where it is joined by the Pilcomayo River. The Paraguay River separates Asuncion from the Occidental Region of Paraguay to the northwest, and from Argentina to the southwest. The eastern part of the city is surrounded by the Central Department.

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Practical facts

Local time: UTC-3 · 3 h ahead of Costa Rica
Region: Asunción
On the map: 25.26° S, 57.58° W

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