Belén is a town in Northern Paraguay, 25 km (16 mi) east of Concepción.

Understand

The city of Belén was founded by Jesuit missionaries next to the Ypané River but has strong indigenous Mbya roots in the region.

See

• 1 Monolith of the Tropic of Capricorn. A large, globe sculpture signifying the point where the Tropic of Capricorn passes. (updated Oct 2021)
• 2 Plaza José Sanchez Labrador (José Sanchez Labrador Square). An open space with interesting statues and where children can play. (updated Oct 2021)

Eat

• 1 El Roble (The Oak), Gral. Bernardino Caballero, ☏ +595 985 898446. Paraguayan barbecue cuisine with an outdoors atmosphere. Good beef, pork and fish (tilapia) options. (updated Oct 2021)

Sleep

• 1 Motel Euforia, ☏ +595 983 650339. Basic budget accommodation. (updated Oct 2021)