Asunción Paraguay: Is it South America's Most Overlooked City?

[@heatherstephenson4371]

Visiting Paraguay sure doesn't look like a mistake to me. What a beautiful place full of history and culture!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I must say that I have been pleasantly surprised! It won't be long before people discover that there is another place they should visit in South America.

[@Lanarajaeslamejorfruta]

​@@oldaloneandfarfromhomeSouth America is only Paraguay, the rest of the countries are from Central America.

[@AlfredoBrizuela09]

@heatherstephenson43... ¡ Realmente cierto, P A R A G U A Y exuda H I S T O R I A por cada uno de sus poros o " Letras " Su capital Asunción ( Primera Ciudad/ Cabildo y Municipio del Río de la Plata) Donde surgieron los primeros criollos y mestizos etc. de la región, que junto a Carios Guaraníes, por propia voluntad partieron desde allí , siendo gran mayoría los artífices de la Conquista y civilización del Río de la Plata ( Fundando "70" ciudades y pueblos por toda la región ) Siendo los primeros mancebos de la tierra con derechos o propietarios con Títulos de solares en Buenos Aires ( Hombres y primera mujer: Ana Díaz ) al igual que otras fundaciones . Españoles la llamaron " Madre de Ciudades " o " Amparo y Reparo de la Conquista " Recibe otras tantas denominaciones : " Capital mundial de la Amistad " Reconocida por las NN.UU. debido a la iniciativa del Dr. paraguayo Artemio Bracho en instituír el día mundial de la Amistad. También la llaman " Ciudad Verde de Hispanoamérica " Por exhibir vegetación abundante

[@fulltimeabroad]

You've convinced us to add Paraguay to our South America travels!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Awesome! It felt a little like I was discovering something new, when I visited, since there weren't that many other tourists around!

[@benparker2522]

The editing has the feel of a documentary instead of the typical KZbin vlog, you pack in a lot more with a lot less fluff, great video!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That is very nice of you to say! I have a great time shooting, writing and editing these videos. I appreciate you watching and for leaving such a wonderful comment!

[@rodirgourbieta-eb4yx]

I’m from Paraguay and I’m really happy you showed all the good things about my country.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

It was my pleasure! You have a beautiful and interesting country!

[@caciquecorumba]

One of the things you will enjoy most about Paraguay in general is the people with their warmth, the captivating culture, and the immensity of landscapes and geographical and natural environments. Gretings, welcome and be good!!!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I certainly have found all of that to be the case! Paraguay has been a wonderful surprise for me!

[@axelstone8569]

They are rightly proud of their country. I come from Europe and I think Paraguay is a very beautiful country that has a lot to offer. It was love at second sight for Asuncion. Today I know a lot of beautiful places in Asuncion and with the many trees and nature it is one of the most beautiful cities I know. I have been to the USA, Asia and in Europe I have visited almost all western countries and cities. The video is very well made. Thank you

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Very kind of you to say! It won't be long before many more people discover the beauty and appeal of visiting Paraguay and Asunción. I appreciate you leaving such a wonderful comment.

[@joececere4918]

I enjoyed this video. I’m a 62 year old Native NYer who’s been married to a Paraguay born woman for over 35 years. I’ve been there many times over the years and will be there In early September for about a month and a half. I love Paraguay and it’s friendly people. At this point of our lives we enjoy being an hour outside of Asuncion. P.S you don’t look old at all.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you so much! I was pleasantly surprised at Paraguay. It is definitely a place that anyone visiting South America should consider! I am just a bit older than you are and despite the name of the channel, I really don't feel old!

[@joececere4918]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome Yes Richard having a full head of hair certainly helps looking younger and feeling great. I’m in the same boat. Great head of hair and most people don’t believe that I’m 62. I remember Paraguay from being there almost 30 years ago and what a difference. Mostly good but some not so good. Being born and raised in the NYC area all the congestion is not for me anymore. That made me move about an hour and a half north of NYC to a rural quiet area. I caught the Saint Augustine video and wish I saw it sooner because we stayed there for 10 days in March 2023. Had a great time there and it’s most likely to be a yearly visit. Yes the lower part of Florida is not for us anymore. Is a video of Italy coming soon? Would be great. I noticed the videos from Greece but haven’t had time to watch yet but I will. Through DNA testing two years ago I found out that I’m 25 % Greek. Never knew about that one but very proud to tell everyone I’m a quarter Greek. I am subscribed and will definitely be watching.

[@alainbergeron4520]

Thank you for your very informative video. Your insightful comments are well appreciated. Paraguay 🇵🇾 is a little gem and this country is grateful to USA 🇺🇸 because of the involvement of our 19th president Rutherford B Hayes. He was pivotal renegotiating a deal to retrieve land and territory in the Chaco region.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I appreciate the kind words! I heard about the President Hayes connection while I was in the country.

[@markgolden6060]

I'm looking forward to your next videos about Paraguay. I had dismissed visiting it before, but am now considering a road trip around the country this coming May,. Enjoy your time in Asuncion.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you so much! I don't show much more than Asunción in my videos. In the next one (out Sunday) I do discuss and try some of the traditional foods of Paraguay. I've moved on to Bolivia at this point, but I am regretting my decision not to go to Iguazu Falls. It looks incredible!

[@hongganglai3758]

Awesome content!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I am so glad that you like it!

[@brandbir1]

Thanks for visiting my country

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

You are so welcome! It was my pleasure.

[@donnabeaman7135]

I glad you chose to explore that country. You could have done Buenos Aries, & Rio but other travel writers do those. And it certainly doesn't help with negative news about imagrants from that area. We do need to know more about these smaller countries! Another good travel video.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you so much! I will absolutely visit well-known areas, but I truly enjoy going places that haven't been discovered by the masses. I appreciate you watching and your kind words!

[@Lanarajaeslamejorfruta]

Buenos aires😂😂

[@Rodri92Irdor]

Really enjoyed your videos. Id like to sugest using music from the country you are visiting, like Agustin Barrios in this case

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you! I would love to use music from artists in each of the countries I visit, but I cannot do that without securing the rights to use those songs. The service that I use (and pay for) is one of the best, but it is limited in what music is available from each country.

[@detch5307]

Excellent. Can't wait to see more videos of the city. I will be there in May 2025.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I believe you will have a great time in Asunción! I do have two more videos about the city on my channel. Hopefully, you will enjoy them. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX2weHqoqcibb7s kzbin.info/www/bejne/qma5moqMhNOGhpo Thank you for watching!

[@juas_nossaqwerty2763]

Finally we get some attention other than that meme of we not existing for some reason 🤣

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I'm so glad I could bring attention to a place that doesn't get that much!

[@rpliegos]

Very interesting city! I had never thought about visiting Paraguay, thanks for the video, I really enjoy them! Hope you make it safely to Bolivia

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

There is a lot of great stuff here and very few other tourists to share it with! Paraguay will be discovered someday. Thank you for watching and thanks for the travel wishes!

[@EmilianoOrtiz-zn2rx]

Sssssh

[@mikegeorge4538]

It's fun being an armchair traveler with you as our guide!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

So awesome to hear that from you! I am honored to serve in the role!

[@arsenioalmada1809]

Excelente video, gracias por mostrar a nuestro país, ojalá un día pueda visitar Encarnación.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

¡De nada! Sin duda fue un placer para mí visitar Paraguay.

[@thomask.8537]

There also some important art galleries displaying the work of Paraguayan artists. The country is very rich in artistic talent.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

There were many more things that I didn't get a chance to see, during my visit. That always turns out to be the case, wherever I go. Thank you for watching!

[@wchoueri3979]

The best park in Asunción by a million miles is the parque de salud, North of Villa Morra. I agree that the rest aren't impressive. And you really need to give Mbeju another chance 😮. Venturing outside of Asuncion to places like Paraguarí is also highly recommended to get a feel for the countryside lifestyle.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you for the recommendation. I wish I had gotten a chance to go to that park. The same with venturing out away from Asuncion. Also, I should have given Mbeju another go. I suspected that I didn't have a good representation of the item. I will just have to return to Paraguay one day to make up for all the things that I missed!

[@wchoueri3979]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome you've got different versions of Mbeju these days, 4 cheese, blue cheese, with ham, olives, tomatoes... A world to enjoy! Thanks for the lovely video, my wife and I really enjoyed it. She's from Paraguay, and we spend 2 months a year here. The rest of the year we're in Dubai.

[@troystevens2377]

Amazing presentation! My bf is from Paraguay and never expected to see so many interesting places there... thanks a lot!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

So nice of you to say! There are a lot of cool places in Asunción. I'm finding that just about everywhere that I visit, there are unique and interesting things to see!

[@hans_frieder_duck]

Bien hecho! 👌

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

¡Muchas gracias!

[@mackieverga]

Loving your videos, sir!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I am so glad that you are liking them! Thank you for watching and for leaving a comment!

[@alexandrelucascoelho7175]

Hi, let me say that your video is absolutely fantastic, information, nice views, high quality images and a very cool mood that captivate us to keep watching it. Congratulations , you have got a new brazilian subscriper😎

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That is so nice to hear! Thank you for all of the kind words. I'm looking forward to visiting Brazil one day!

[@alexandrelucascoelho7175]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome you will be very welcome, come to see my city Rio de Janeiro, you will love it.

[@ANDREA-rn9mr]

Viva Py🇵🇾 Thx for the vid❤❤

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

You are quite welcome! I enjoyed my time in Paraguay.

[@AC_Trades]

Great vid. Thanks for

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I appreciate that! I really enjoyed Asunción!

[@Jim-lr1zg]

I'm going in a week and a half!!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I believe you will have a really good time!

[@marcezs08]

Museo del Barro, AKA Clay museum btw. not Barrio aka neighborhood. It is fascinating to watch a video of someone elses perspective to a place you live in.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I realized that it was Barro and not Barrio in time for my final video from Paraguay. I got it right when I mentioned it there! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!

[@aw43678]

My wife and I just got back. She’s from there. Asunción they speak Spanish mixed with Guarani - mainly they throw “piko” in sentences or they use “luego”. If you travel east into the country it becomes Guarani mixed with Spanish. And the regions around La cuidad de la este - they speak Portuguese while many signs are in German. But do not expect people to speak English. It’s just not there.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I heard some Guarani, but I didn't know that Portuguese was widely spoken in some areas. I was also aware of a large German population in the country. There were very few, as you say, English speakers. I am fine with that and I make do, as best I can. Thank you for taking the time to comment on my video!

[@mitsuohanano]

Lido Bar is a must if you visit Asunción. Not only the empanada de mandioca but also you have to try the pira caldo (fish soup). Greetings from Dubai.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I tried something similar to pira caldo at Bolsi. I thought it was quite good!

[@gg13308]

very cool and informative

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I appreciate that! I was pleasantly surprised by Asunción.

[@andreaechaguemorel541]

When I'm traveling I'm always -heavily- invested in new gastronomic experiencies, as a Paraguayan and a foodie I discover something new here every week, there are SO many incredible options. So if food motivates you, just know that in visiting Asunción you will not be disappointed. (:

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I certainly found the culinary experiences available in Asunción to be amazing! Thank you for adding to the discussion!

[@simonsparaguay]

Enjoyed the video. Nice to see someone visiting Paraguay and doing infomation and not just opinions.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you for the kind words. I try to show places as they are. If I like something, I will offer up my opinion.

[@wolfen69]

That's the old port not used anymore as such. It's now the city's ministry and cultural center. The real port is a big modern complex some 20 km north with lots of activity.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you so much for providing that information to me! I always thought it was a bit quiet on the waterfront there. I appreciate you watching!

[@wolfen69]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome No problem! All port activity is now in a neighboring city of Mariano Roque Alonso which would be considered the greater Asunción area, like San Lorenzo, Lambaré, etc. Glad you liked our city and hope you had a good time. All Paraguay is very laid back and chill. The zoo part was very sad indeed, let's hope things change.

[@fleitzify]

Yes, lets keep it that way. Paraguay siempre!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I understand why you would want to keep it that way!

[@fleitzify]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome yeah, I've been living here 2 years.

[@caciquecorumba]

I must explain that the main causes of the war of triple alliance or war of Paraguay were the geopolitical differences in the XIX century, as the political support of the government of Argentina to a coup d'état in Uruguay during the Uruguayan civil war, the invasion of the Uruguayan territory by the military forces of the ''Empire of Brazil''. The government of Francisco S. Lopez, who had good relations with the legitimate government of Uruguay, rejected this and the unbridled expansionism of Brazil, which also had disputed claims with Paraguay. It would not be correct to frame him simply as the instigator of the war.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Point taken. I certainly appreciate the history lesson! Thank you for watching!

[@AlexRuy]

I really hate zoos too, and regarding the lions and tigers, you know, they were kind of abandoned around 2012 by a traveling circus, the circus owners had issues with the customs and left the animals there, so the authorities took them to the zoo since they were all in cages and started to get ill. I believe one of the tigers actually died later on. Even though the zoo is far from being a nice place for them, they seemed to like it there (maybe considering their previous lifestyle), that one of the tigress even got pregnant and had 3 cubs.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I learned about the circus and the rescue of the tigers, after I produced the video. It did make me feel a little better about their present situation.

[@GabrielLopez-we6yn]

Bro! How did you manage to eat an empanada de mandioca with jugo de coco con leche? Your stomach must be made of iron 😅 Cool vid and thanks for visiting Paraguay (: 💪

[@GabrielLopez-we6yn]

Btw, if you come back don't skip the "parque de la salud". It is the nicest park here. Safe travels

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Ha! I've always been able to eat just about anything, in any combination! Thank you for the comment and the laugh!

[@AnyM4jorDude]

Better than Rick Steeve's.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That is quite a compliment! Thank you very much!

[@isaiasovelar4434]

14:02 Museo del Barro translates as Clay Museum, not neighborhood museum which is spelled Barrio

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I figured that out only after the video was published. I did change it in a subsequent video.

[@AnyM4jorDude]

I feel the same way about zoos.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

If the place is a rescue and the animals have plenty of space and lots of enrichment, I can totally get behind the facility. If it exists just to exhibit animals, that is sad.

[@jgonz260]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome I am from Paraguay and I kind of agree that zoos are sad places for animals. This zoo is better now than in the past but the animals even though well taken care of still live in cages like in most zoos.

[@MD11339]

It was noted many Germans immigrated to Asicion Paraguay especially nazis

[@dianaf.8168]

In fact around the year 2012/2013 a circus came on tour and then left abandoned the 8 tigers, and a lion in cages and in poor condition, the zoo and an NGO since then tucked them and took care of them until now. These animals could not be released in their habitat because the circus cut their nails so they remained in the zoo. the lion sadly passed away in 2018 due to a tumor. i think is good that at least they are there finally they had and have some peace after suffering so much in the circus.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Subsequent to releasing the video, I heard that the tigers were rescued from the circus. It does make me feel better, but I would still prefer to see them living in better conditions. Thank you for adding to the conversation!

[@JOSEFIRMINO2007]

Just like you, I avoid going to zoos I also feel bad...😢

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

No matter how "nice" the zoo is, I feel sorry for the animals.

[@arenitacandmart1]

@oldaloneandfarfromhome The tigers were rescued from an argentinian circus, thou you are right those are small places for them

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I looked online to see if they had been rescued from somewhere, but couldn't find any mention of that. It does make me feel a little better about them being there. Still wish the conditions were better. Thank you for the information!

[@watchful.]

I love Paraguay but the Zoo made me and my 13 years old son very sad. 😢

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

It was my least favorite part of the visit. Thank you for watching!

[@alainbergeron4520]

The extreme hot and humid weather ( I noticed your shirt was soaking wet @13,41) only caveat this country has.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

There weren't many days while I was there that it was miserable, but I was there for the beginning of winter. I'll bet summer can be horrible.

[@ElChorizo123]

Schöne haarp Wolken.

[@supergodmode]

Lopez didn't incitated to the war was a secret plan against Paraguay by Brazil and Argentina mainly, Brazil in spanish times always was invading and stoling spanish land's overall "El tratado de tordesillas" also years ago Brazil started invading Paraguayan's land in spanish times as Uruguay and Misiones

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you for the clarification. I was going off of what I was told by several tour guides. I should have done a little more research for myself.

[@supergodmode]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome Yes because Is a shame for argentinians also uruguayans their countries were formed by the division of Paraguayan's province to create "El virreynato del rio de la Plata" after this the allied to brazilians because as them they debt to U.K so they made the war to end up with Paraguay and start a new version of the history, Argentina didn't end with us but they still use their fake version about our own history to try to clean up all those war crimes they commited then

[@vladimirnovik.]

Wrong, he actually did. Even if there was a "secret plan" they didn't have a real reason to invade Paraguay until Lopez atacked Corrientes

[@supergodmode]

@@vladimirnovik. You're wrong, Corrientes really was part of attacked by Brazilians too, Corrientes, Uruguay and Buenos Aires where part of Paraguayan's province even after spanish time, Corrientes and Uruguay, by this reason Uruguay after its own independence of Spanish Paraguayan's province Uruguay was Paraguay allied, Argentina left Brazilians invade Uruguay and Corrientes, Paraguay got the pact of Help in war case to Uruguay, Argentina didn't leave Paraguayan's troops pass by Argentinian territory, So they made the tramp to Paraguay with Brazil to have excuse to attack and destroy Paraguay even from the History, Argentina didn't won the war at all, because Paraguay is here but they fake the history to erase Paraguay name because they know they appeared destroying and dividing its own country "Provincia del Paraguay" and created after failed states as Argentina and Bolivia, And remember "EL MATE ES PARAGUAYO"

[@supergodmode]

@@vladimirnovik. BETTER YOU MAYBE CAN START TRAINING TO WORK HARD, BECAUSE UNDERSTANDING HISTORY AND OTHER INTELECTUALL WORKS ARE TOO MUCH FOR YOU AND YOU WON'T HAVE FUTURE ON IT

[@liking216]

Me agrada y no hay venezolanos q paz.

[@financialstrategist1020]

Paraguay had no crime at all under Stroessner and the economy was doing good.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I try to stay away from the politics of the countries that I visit. Thank you for watching!

[@mitsuohanano]

Actually the Carlos Antonio Lopez Park and Botanical Park are quite dangerous sprcially for tourists. It's safer to visit De la salud Park

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I didn't feel uncomfortable in either of those parks. I wish I had gone to the other that you mentioned!

[@worldwanderer5155]

There's a reason why Paraguay, British/French Guyana and Suriname are the least visited/interesting South American countries.

[@dorisp4684]

Ok, and what is the reason?

[@SBahamondes]

If you like curvy women, carbs for breakfast, and homophobia Paraguay might be just the place for you

[@liking216]

Iré a vivir alli

[@SBahamondes]

@@liking216 👌

[@catalinadasilvamello8499]

ya preparo mis maletas para allí lo amé

[@cagethepepper]

Sold

[@pijamatime]

Bad typical habit British or American, drink cappuccino even with heat ehehehe

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I am so guilty! I will drink a cappuccino, no matter what the conditions. Thank you for watching!

[@javiersanchez-tf2ke]

Le pone de fondo música africana luego música cubana no encaja con nuestro querido paraguay orrible

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Me hubiera encantado tocar solo música paraguaya, con mis videos de allá. Desafortunadamente, no tengo derecho a usar esa música. Tengo que reproducir lo que mi servicio de música tiene disponible.

[@Lanarajaeslamejorfruta]

querido? esa palabra no es usada en Paraguay.

[@nachosama05]

Paraguay is a beautiful country with beautiful people but it is currently kidnapped by corruption

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Being there for such a short time, I did not encounter any instances of corruption. I certainly did experience the beautiful places and the fantastic people!

[@nachosama05]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome yeah, you have to work, live, eat and have a family here to notice, certainly a tourist could never spot that unless is outrageous like Venezuela.

[@arsenioalmada1809]

Seguro que eres uno de éso

[@tzazarizona2676]

To visit is not a bad idea, moving there requires a great deal more investigation, high level of government corruption and ranks high in the Latin American countries with organized crime. As far as freedom, that is always fragile in a country that has changed it's constitution 6 times, not a good sign.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I would never pretend to know what it would be like to live there full-time. I only visited for several weeks. Thank you for watching!

[@deoxy5202]

man youre really not missing much not going here