Itaipu Dam is a massive hydroelectric power plant located in the city of Ciudad del Este, in the eastern region of Paraguay. It is one of the largest dams in the world and is a joint project between Paraguay and Brazil. The dam was constructed in the 1970s and 1980s and was officially inaugurated in 1984.
The dam is situated on the Paraná River, which forms the border between Paraguay and Brazil. It spans a length of 7.8 kilometers and has a height of 196 meters. The dam's reservoir covers an area of 1,350 square kilometers and has a capacity of 29 billion cubic meters of water.
The power plant has a total installed capacity of 14,000 megawatts, making it one of the most powerful hydroelectric plants in the world. It generates around 90% of Paraguay's electricity and 20% of Brazil's electricity. The dam's turbines are powered by the flow of water from the reservoir, which is released through the dam's spillway.
The construction of the dam was a massive undertaking and involved the relocation of thousands of people who lived in the area that was flooded by the reservoir. The project also had a significant impact on the environment, including the displacement of wildlife and the alteration of the river's natural flow.
Despite these challenges, the Itaipu Dam has become a major tourist attraction in the region. Visitors can take guided tours of the power plant and learn about the history and technology behind the dam. The site also features a museum, a botanical garden, and a bird park, which showcases the diverse wildlife of the region.
Overall, the Itaipu Dam is a remarkable feat of engineering and a testament to the cooperation between Paraguay and Brazil. It continues to provide clean and renewable energy to millions of people in the region and is a source of pride for both countries.
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM, Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM, Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM, Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 2:00 – 6:00 PM, Saturday: Closed, Sunday: Closed
Featuring a swimming pool, and a restaurant, Las Ventanas Hotel Boutique offers self-catering rooms with free Wi-Fi and private balconies in Ciudad del Este. Free parking is provided. Itaipu Dam is 2 km away.
Number of rooms: 41
Av. María de los Ángeles s/n, 7000 Ciudad del Este, Paraguay
Situated in Hernandarias, 8.8 km from Itaipu, La Wayaba features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.
Number of rooms: 7
barrio san francisco al lado de puerto marco, 7220 Hernandarias, Paraguay
Located in Ciudad del Este, 13 km from Itaipu, Bisinii Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.
Number of rooms: 51
Avenida Jose Asuncion Flores, 4567 Area Comercial, Parana Country Club, 7220 Ciudad del Este, Paraguay
Located in Hernandarias, 8.8 km from Itaipu, Hotel Rural Acaray Poty provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 29 km of Iguazu Casino.
Number of rooms: 7
Calle 1 COLONIA FELIZ DE AZARA, 7220 Hernandarias, Paraguay
Featuring a garden with 2 swimming pools and a restaurant, Casa Blanca offers rooms with free Wi-Fi overlooking the Paraná River. The Argentina-Brazil-Paraguay border is 10 km away.
Number of rooms: 25
Avda.Botero Norte 69, 7000 Ciudad del Este, Paraguay
Located in Hernandarias, 7.7 km from Itaipu, Hotel-Balneario Acuamanía provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
Number of rooms: 14
Avenida 12 de julio, 7220 Hernandarias, Paraguay
Apartamento em foz do Iguaçu has air-conditioned guest accommodation in Foz do Iguaçu, 12 km from Itaipu, 16 km from Iguazu Casino and 33 km from Iguazu Falls.
Number of rooms: 2
1002 Rua Belo Horizonte, Foz do Iguaçu, CEP 85868-010, Brazil
HOTEL COSTA ITAIPU offers accommodation in Hernandarias. Featuring a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, each with a private bathroom.
Number of rooms: 5
Brasil, 7220 Hernandarias, Paraguay
Offering inner courtyard views, Ambiente familiar e confortável is an accommodation situated in Foz do Iguaçu, 19 km from Iguazu Casino and 36 km from Iguazu Falls.
Rua Joaquim Soares 250, Foz do Iguaçu, CEP 85867-678, Brazil
Offering a fitness centre, AltoEste Apart Hotel offers rooms and apartments 200 m from Parana Avenue in Ciudad del Este. A daily a la carte breakfast is included and Wi-Fi is free.
Number of rooms: 16
Agustin Barrios esq. Augusto Roa Bastos N° 404, Zona Comercial - Parana Country Club, 7000 Ciudad del Este, Paraguay
A great hotel to have a nice rest before long walks around the city. Hotel «Hotel Casa Mía» is located in Hernandarias.
Number of rooms: 13
Trinidad y Tobago, Área 6., Hernandarias, 7777
Everything you need is in one place. Resort «Punta Arena» is located in Hernandarias.
Number of rooms: 6
Hernandarias Calle 1, Pasoyta, Hernandarias, 7220
It’s nice to come back to a place where you can have a rest after an eventful day in the city Hotel «Punta Arena» is located in Hernandarias. This hotel is located in 12 km from the city center.
Calle Sin Nombre,Transversal A Calle 1,7220 Hernandarias, Hernandarias, 7220
Located in Foz do Iguaçu, Recanto Vó Alda c Piscina Sinuca prox Paraguai provides accommodation with private pool, free Wi-Fi and free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 12 km from Itaipu.
Number of rooms: 2
718 Rua Japira, Foz do Iguaçu, CEP 85869-650, Brazil
Located in Foz do Iguaçu in the Parana region and Itaipu reachable within 9.3 km, casa flores provides accommodation with free Wi-Fi, a children's playground, a garden and free private parking.
Number of rooms: 3
Av. Tancredo Neves, 5057, Foz do Iguaçu, CEP 85867-633, Brazil
