Santiago

Resumen

Originally founded on the banks of the river Apa under the name of “San Ignacio de Caaguazú”. Later it was re-founded in 1669 on the site now occupied by the name of “St. James”.


Información

Fundación

originally founded on the banks of the river Apa under the name of “San Ignacio de Caaguazú”. Later it was re-founded in 1669 on the site now occupied by the name of “St. James”.

Ubicación

 Located 278 miles from Asuncion, the capital. It is set on a hill, between
Ayolas and San Patricio. 27 ° 08’60 “S 56 ° 46’60” W.

Características

Located in the department of Misiones. It is one of the most important Jesuit.
Known as the capital of the “Missionary Tradition.” During colonial times, “Santiago” was very important for the number of settlers, about 3000.
It had a hospitality where traders were staying. Worth noting that during the festivities the opera was performed in Santiago.

Estado actual

This is an old Jesuit reduction and has many fine colonial characteristics
This is an old Jesuit reduction and has many fine colonial characteristics
conserved as its great central plaza, Indians house and museum that preserves objects and art from colonial times.


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