Casa de la Independencia
Casa de la Independencia
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This is the site of the 1811 declaration of independence from Spain.
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Nick A
London, UK278 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
I visited this museum briefly. A great insight into the artifacts of that period in Paraguay's history. Most of the information is in Spanish so if you are not fluent do try read up about it before you go. This is where the independence of Paraguay was planned. Some great paintings of time too. Its worth a couple of hours tour in the morning.
Written September 14, 2016
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PHX
Curitiba, Brazil154 contributions
Nov 2011 • Family
Built in 1772, this building housed the secret meetings that led to the independence of Paraguay in may 1811. Thoroughly restored and very well kept, the house is located right in Asuncion downtown. Free admittance.
Written November 15, 2011
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saronic
Zurich, Switzerland26,248 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
In Asuncion's historical center with all the important buildings nearby is this small colonial house, now preserved as a museum, where in 1811 the conspirator's used to gather, who then went to declare Paraguay's independence from Spain.
Besides important documents and portraits regarding this event, the house also shows how one lived in those days - with period furniture and decorative details. To be seen is an Escritorio (Office room), a Dining Room, a Living Room (Sala de Lujo), a Dormitorio (bedroom), but also an Oratory and a replica of the Capitulary Saloon of the old Cabildo. Information boards are only in Spanish.
There is a pleasant little courtyard with several plants and benches to relax and there are good, clean toilets available. Entrance and photography is free.
Besides important documents and portraits regarding this event, the house also shows how one lived in those days - with period furniture and decorative details. To be seen is an Escritorio (Office room), a Dining Room, a Living Room (Sala de Lujo), a Dormitorio (bedroom), but also an Oratory and a replica of the Capitulary Saloon of the old Cabildo. Information boards are only in Spanish.
There is a pleasant little courtyard with several plants and benches to relax and there are good, clean toilets available. Entrance and photography is free.
Written August 26, 2018
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DarylJ552
Carlsbad, CA3,262 contributions
Apr 2013 • Couples
Casa de la Independencia is an adobe house which was built in 1772. In 1811 several men met here to declare the independence of Paraguay from Spain which was achieved peacefully. The museum is very small but it is interesting to visit.
Written February 23, 2014
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jaguarete48
Oxford16 contributions
A charming Museum commemorating Paraguay's Independence from Spain in 1811. The house ws the residence of the Martinez Saenz family and was used by the liberators as a meeting point to plan the revolution. The rooms are furnished with period pieces and the courtyard is beatiful in Spring.
Written March 29, 2010
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Marcela C
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Sep 2017
If you like to visit historical sites I recommend to go to this house, It is one of the kind in Asuncion, it is actually the only remaining building from the XVIII th Century. The art collection is interesting, there are furniture, paintings religious objects used in the misions. Located downtown near other attractions.
Written August 6, 2018
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The_Traveling_Expat
Chicago, IL392 contributions
Mar 2017 • Solo
This is a small museum that is the location where famous Paraguayan figures declared independence in the 19th century. It has a variety of artifacts and portraits related to the period. It is an interesting place, and someone who is interested in history will probably enjoy it. However, be aware that signage is in Spanish only, and the staff only speaks Spanish, so if you want English, it might be good to hire a guide to take you there.
Written March 26, 2017
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watchsmart
Asuncion, Paraguay289 contributions
Nov 2013 • Solo
A nice little museum in the centre of the city. It´s a very historically important site, so worth visiting on that alone.
Filled with period furnishings and some nice examples of the wooden religous carvings you will see more of in Trinidad, the staff will give very detailed explanations of everything you see - in Spanish only.
Filled with period furnishings and some nice examples of the wooden religous carvings you will see more of in Trinidad, the staff will give very detailed explanations of everything you see - in Spanish only.
Written January 21, 2014
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anitamurray
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia7 contributions
Nov 2011 • Family
So full of atmosphere. The architecture is also 19th C
Written January 5, 2012
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lulita2007
Miami, FL30 contributions
It's nice to walk around, you should just ask the people working there casually and they know lots of interesting facts and stories. That was not expected! Be prepared to speak spanish tough!
Written December 31, 2011
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