Cerrito, Paraguay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cerrito
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 Cerrito, Paraguay
Location in Paraguay
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| Country | Paraguay |
| Department | Ñeembucú |
| Population
(2008)
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| • Total | 1,105 |
Cerrito is a small and charming town located in the Ñeembucú Department of Paraguay. Its name means "little hill" in Spanish, which is perfect because the town is built around a small hill next to the Paraná River. From this hill, you can enjoy amazing views of the town and the river!
About 1,000 people live in Cerrito permanently. It's a popular place for vacations because of its warm, clear water and beautiful beaches. You'll also see sand dunes along both sides of the river, sometimes even stretching into the water.
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Fun in Cerrito
Cerrito is a great place for outdoor adventures!
Fishing Fun
If you love fishing, Cerrito is the spot for you! During fishing season, many anglers (people who fish) come here hoping to catch the famous Dorado fish. It's known for being a strong and exciting catch!
- Fishing guides are available to help you find the best spots.
- There are also places to camp if you want to stay close to nature.
River Adventures
You can also take water taxis across the river to Argentina. It's a fun way to explore the area and visit another country nearby!
A Hill with a Story
The little hill in Cerrito has an interesting story. Long ago, there was a statue of a former Paraguayan president, Alfredo Stroessner, at the top of the hill.
Right before he was no longer president in 1989, the statue was damaged. Some people believe it was hit by a lightning strike, which they saw as a sign that the president's time was ending. Others say the local people actually pulled the statue down themselves to celebrate the change in leadership. They say the lightning story was made up by local politicians who were part of the same political group, the Colorado Party (Paraguay), as the former president.
People and History
Cerrito is home to several Native American tribes. In areas that are hard to reach because of rough dirt roads, some very old tombs from the time before Columbus arrived were found. These discoveries tell us about the rich history of the people who lived here long ago.
Cerrito is also famous as the birthplace of Justo Villar, a well-known former goalkeeper for the Paraguay national football team.
See also
- In Spanish: Cerrito (Paraguay) para niños
