Ypacaraí Lake

#8 among destinations in Paraguay

Nature, Natural attraction, Top attraction, Lake

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Ypacaraí Lake is a major body of water located in Paraguay, about 50 kilometres east of the capital, Asunción. The lake lies in the western part of the Asunción-Sapucai-Villarrica graben, a tectonic depression from the Mesozoic Era, and drains to the northwest through the Salado River into the Paraguay River. The lake is surrounded by three cities: Areguá, Ypacaraí, and San Bernardino, the latter two being located on its shore. ()

Local name: Lago Ypacaraí Area: 21.58 mi²Length: 14.9 miWidth: 3.7 miAverage depth: 10 ftElevation: 197 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 25°18'32"S, 57°19'42"W

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CentralParaguay

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Ypacaraí Lake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Areguá, Altos, San Bernardino.

3.4 miW
City
Areguá
88 min walk • One of the highlights of Areguá is its stunning natural surroundings. The crystal-clear waters of Lake Ypacarai provide the perfect setting for a range of water activities, such as swimming, sailing, and fishing. Visitors can also take leisurely walks along the...
7.2 miNE
City
Altos
183 min walk • Altos is a city and district of the Cordillera Department, Paraguay.
2.1 miE
Town
San Bernardino
53 min walk • One of the main attractions in San Bernardino is the Areguá Artisan Market, where visitors can browse through a variety of handicrafts, including traditional Paraguayan pottery, textiles, and woodwork. The market is a great place to pick up unique souvenirs and gifts...