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Argentina–Paraguay border facts for kids

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The Argentina–Paraguay border is the line that separates the countries of Argentina and Paraguay. This border is unique because it is mostly formed by three large rivers: the Pilcomayo, Paraná, and Paraguay. This makes it one of the longest natural borders in the world!

The capital city of Paraguay, Asunción, is located right on the banks of the Paraguay River, which also forms part of the border with Argentina. Argentina's capital, Buenos Aires, is on the River Plate, which gets its water from many rivers, including some from Paraguay. The border between Argentina and Paraguay is about 1,689 km long. It is Argentina's second-longest border, after the one with Chile.

Crossing the Border

People and goods cross the border between Argentina and Paraguay at special places called border checkpoints. These are like gates where officials check passports and make sure everything is in order.

Here are some of the main border checkpoints:

One important bridge that connects the two countries is the San Roque González de Santa Cruz Bridge. It links the city of Posadas in Argentina with Encarnación in Paraguay.

Rivers and Geography

The three main rivers that form the border are very important for both countries. They help with transportation, trade, and even provide water for farming.

The Isla del Cerrito is a small island located right where the Paraguay and Paraná Rivers meet. This meeting point is called a confluence.

Connections Between Countries

Argentina and Paraguay share a lot more than just a border. They have strong cultural ties, especially in the northeastern part of Argentina. The Spanish spoken in this area, sometimes called Guaranitic, is influenced by the Guarani language, which is also spoken in Paraguay. This shows how close the two countries are.

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Frontera entre Argentina y Paraguay para niños

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