Asunción is the the capital of Paraguay and by far the biggest city. It is located at the the east bank of the river (rio) Paraguay at the Bay of Asuncion. In the city you will find colonial buildings and nice parks next to a growing number of modern buildings. You can visit the colonial building and museum Casa Viola or stroll around in the Botanical Garden (jardin botanico), former home of the famous Lopez family. A good view of the city can be had from the Parque Carlos Antonio Lopez high above Asunción. In Asuncion you can also find a a golf-course and a zoo. It is no surprise that the capital is also the travel hub of the country. You can book tours to the Iguazú Falls and all other major places of interest throughout the country.
