🇵🇾 Paraguay: The Heart of South America, Guarani Culture, and Hydroelectric Power
Paraguay , officially the Republic of Paraguay ( República del Paraguay ), is a landlocked country located in the center of South America. Due to its location, it is often referred to as the "Heart of South America" ( Corazón de América ). The nation is distinct for its strong Guaraní indigenous heritage —the language is co-official with Spanish—and its massive hydroelectric power generation, particularly from the Itaipu Dam . Feature Information Official Name Republic of Paraguay Capital & Largest City Asunción Area Approx. 406,752 sq. km Population Approx. 7.6 Million Official Languages Spanish and Guaraní UN Membership Date October 24, 1945 (Original Member) Geography and Neighbors Paraguay is one of only two landlocked countries in South America (the other is Bolivia). Borders and Neighbors: Paraguay shares borders with Argentina (to the south and southwest), Brazil (to the east and northeast), and Bolivia (to the north and northwest). Topography: The country ...