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Yby Yaú

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Practical info — Yby Yaú

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The city is a major junction connecting San Pedro, Concepción, and the Brazilian border.
Make sure to see the iconic Cerro Memby hill located just outside the city.
Trade with Brazil is a big part of the economy, so many goods are cheaper here than elsewhere.
Try to arrive before sunset, as road conditions in the surrounding rural areas can be tricky.
The gas stations at the main crossroads are local hubs for news and quick meals.

🍽 Food

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Brazilian-style Churrasco

The proximity to the border means excellent grilled meats served in the Brazilian tradition.

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Grilled Picanha

A specific cut of beef that is a local favorite in the steak houses near the highway.

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Iced Tereré

Look for stalls selling fresh medicinal herbs to add to your cold mate tea.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Wholesale Markets

The place to go for clothing and household goods at competitive prices.

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Electronics Shops

Look for imported gadgets and electronics, often sold at lower border prices.

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Cerro Memby Viewpoint

A short drive from the city leads to a majestic view of this unique geological formation.

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Residential Side Streets

Move away from the main highway intersection to find quiet, leafy neighborhoods.

Yby Yaú, a town in the Concepción Department of northern Paraguay, lies about 460 kilometres north of Asunción at the intersection of Route 3 and Route 5, making it an important traffic junction between the Concepción, San Pedro and Amambay departments. The name comes from Guaraní and means red earth, referring to the typical lateritic soils of the region. The town was recognised as an independent municipality in 1991 and developed rapidly thanks to its strategic location. With around 22 000 inhabitants Yby Yaú is today an important supply and logistics centre. Economically the town relies on cattle ranching, soybean, maize and yerba mate farming and transport services. Several gas stations, hotels, restaurants and logistics companies operate here, alongside an important police and customs control station. Notable sights include the modern parish church, the Mercado Municipal and the nearby Sierra de Amambay with its caves and indigenous rock paintings.