Pedro Juan Caballero, Paraguay

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Pedro Juan Caballero is a Paraguayan city and the capital of the Amambay Department. It sits on the border with Brazil, directly across from the Brazilian city of Ponta Porã in Mato Grosso do Sul. The city is known for its inexpensive electronics and other consumer goods and serves as a busy border trading and tourist center.

geography and height
The city lies at a high elevation for Paraguay, around 670 meters above sea level.

highlights and amenities
Pedro Juan Caballero has an international airport, Dr. Augusto Roberto Fuster, and a modern shopping center called Shopping Dubai, built for about 30 million dollars. The Blue Lagoon Amambay Hotel & Residential Complex is another notable modern hotel in the city. The local football team is Club Sportivo 2 de Mayo, and the Monumental Río Parapití stadium is one of the country’s larger stadiums and hosted events like the 1999 Copa América.

history and economy
The town grew around a small lake. Its early economy focused on processing yerba mate and forest resources. A police station near Punta Porá Lagoon is often cited as the city’s starting point, with foundation dates cited as December 1, 1899, or August 30, 1901. In 1945, Pedro Juan Caballero was named the capital of Amambay. Over the years it developed into a major border trade and tourist city.

population and education
The district has about 122,000 people as of 2025, making it the most populated area in northern Paraguay. The city has many schools and several universities, including branches of the National University of Asunción and various private universities such as Universidad Sudamericana, UniNorte, and others.

climate
Pedro Juan Caballero has a humid subtropical climate with abundant rainfall. The average temperature is about 21°C a year. Summers are hot (around 25°C in January), and winters are mild (around 18°C in July). Annual rainfall is roughly 1,650 mm.

transport and international connections
Route 5 connects the city with Concepción and Asunción. Brazil also has a consulate in Pedro Juan Caballero, reflecting its close cross-border ties.