Capiatá

Capiatá was officially founded on February 2, 1640, by Martín Ledesma de Valderrama and is one of the oldest and most populous cities in the Central Department. The religious and cultural heart of the city is the Church of Virgen de la Candelaria, a masterpiece of Baroque-Guaraní art, whose altarpiece was carved by indigenous artists in the 18th century. The city is located at the intersection of major national highways, making it a strategic hub for industry and logistics near the capital, Asunción. Capiatá is also home to the famous Ramón Elías Museum, which houses an extensive collection of mythological sculptures, Chaco War weapons, and colonial antiquities. In terms of sports, the city gained national fame through Club Deportivo Capiatá, which competed in the top division and international tournaments. The economy is now dominated by textile factories, metal processing plants, and a thriving commercial sector benefiting from the continuous expansion of urban infrastructure.

Nearby cities

Lambaré

Located directly south of the capital, the city offers the Cerro Lambaré, the top of which provides a magnificent view.

Fernando de la Mora

A bustling commercial and residential city, named after one of the founding fathers of Paraguayan independence.

Limpio

One of the oldest cities in the country, traditionally characterized by its karanday weaving for hats.

Ñemby

A rapidly growing municipality southeast of the capital, where agriculture is gradually giving way to industry.

Mariano Roque Alonso

The city is best known as the location for the large annual international agricultural and industrial fair.

Itauguá

Internationally known as the home of ñandutí, the characteristic spiderweb-like embroidery.

Villa Elisa

A quiet urban enclave in the metropolitan area shaped by Danish immigration in the late 19th century.

Ypané

Known as the 'Historical City' because ancient battles and historical events took place here.

San Antonio

Located on the banks of the Paraguay River, this industrial city offers several important inland ports for the country.

Areguá

The capital of handicrafts and strawberries, famous for its colonial architecture and fine pottery.

Areguá

The picturesque city on the shores of Lake Ypacaraí is known nationwide for its pottery and strawberry cultivation.

Ypacaraí

The birthplace of the legendary song 'Recuerdos de Ypacaraí' attracts many musicians and tourists because of its great lake.

Guarambaré

Surrounded by sugarcane plantations, this city is historically famous for its sugar factories.

Altos

One of the oldest cities in Paraguay, perched on a hill offering sweeping views over Lake Ypacaraí.

J. Augusto Saldívar

Originally known as Posta Leiva, this city is today an important center of vegetable production.

History & landmarks

Itá

The capital of ceramics, famous for its black clay hens and the caimans of the San Blas lagoon.

Atyrá

Atyrá is considered the cleanest city in Paraguay, a model of community spirit and ecological awareness.

Nature

Lake Ypacaraí

Lake Ypacaraí is a famous tourist destination and was immortalized in a well-known song.

Paraguay River

The Paraguay River is the most important river in the country and divides it into two distinct regions.