The UNESCO Sites in Paraguay have resulted from recognizing of 1 cultural and natural landmark as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Paraguay and 12 locations on the Paraguay UNESCO tentative list. These tourist sites in Paraguay are acknowledged for their unique and valuable cultural, natural, artistic, and historical significance and are preserved for future generations to enjoy.
In addition to this 1 site in the Paraguay UNESCO list, many other places to travel to Paraguay are being considered for UNESCO recognition. These sites, listed on the tentative list, showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage and are waiting for approval to join the prestigious and famous World Heritage Sites list.
To help visitors discover these remarkable Paraguay tourist attractions, we have put together an interactive map of the UNESCO sites in Paraguay.
Paraguay UNESCO Map
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World Heritage Sites in Paraguay
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Paraguay
There is 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site in Paraguay. All of these three sites are listed under the Cultural category.
- Jesuit Missions of La Santísima Trinidad de Paraná and Jesús de Tavarangue
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Paraguay are protected locations for their cultural and natural importance.
Jesuit Missions of La Santísima Trinidad de Paraná and Jesús de Tavarangue
The Jesuit Missions of La Santísima Trinidad de Paraná and Jesús de Tavarangue in Paraguay are UNESCO World Heritage Sites of great historical and cultural significance. These missions represent the achievements of the Jesuit missionaries who settled in the region during the 17th and 18th centuries. The missions feature impressive architectural remains, including churches, residential buildings, and workshops, showcasing the fusion of indigenous Guarani and European Baroque styles. These missions served as vibrant cultural and religious centers, promoting education, arts, and craftsmanship. Today, they stand as remarkable testaments to the Jesuit influence in the region and provide insights into the rich history of Paraguay’s colonial past.
Paraguay UNESCO tentative list
- Sistema Ferrocarril Pte. Carlos Antonio López
- Parque Nacional Ybyturuzu
- Parque National Tinfunke’
- Mbaracayú Forest Nature Reserve
- Paraguayan Pantanal
- Railway Complex and English Village of Sapucai
- Rock Art of Jsukaevnda and Cerro Corá
- Defensores del Chaco National Park
- Médanos del Chaco National Park
- Yerba Mate Cultural Landscape
- Jesuit Mission of San Cosme y San Damián
- Templo San Buenaventura de Yaguaron
Tours in Paraguay
Our choices of tours in Paraguay are divided into thematic features such as Asunción, Iguazu Falls, and Encarnación Experience.