Presedential palace

Welcome to the banana republic of Paraguay

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August 27th 2006
So lots has happened since the last enstallment. We hung out in Campo Grande for a day and our fearless tourleader decided that since were staying in the red light district anyway that we should explore. This involved sitting in a bar with hookers drinking beer. Actually we had a blast. Very bizzare place. The madam unfortunately took a shine to me...proceeded to demonstrate Scottish highland danc ... read more

South America » Paraguay » Asunciòn

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In the disastrous War of the Triple Alliance (1865-70), Paraguay lost two-thirds of all adult males and much of its territory. It stagnated economically for the next half century. In the Chaco War of 1932-35, large, economically important areas were ... ... read more