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Museum · Assunção, Assunção
Centro Cultural de la República El Cabildo
The old Cabildo de Assunção, an 1857 building on the bayfront that was once the seat of the three branches of government, is now the Congress's cultural center, with exhibits on Paraguay's history, art and music.
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About Centro Cultural de la República El Cabildo
The Cabildo de Assunção is the arched building on the bayfront, a block from the Palacio de López, next to the Congreso Nacional. The current building was built during the government of Carlos Antonio López, with a project linked to the Spanish architect Pascual Urdapilleta, and opened in 1857 on one side of the city's former main square.
Over time the building housed the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches. It was the presidential residence until 1894, when the government moved to the Palacio de López. In 2004 it became the Centro Cultural de la República, linked to the Congreso Nacional.
In the rooms, permanent and temporary exhibitions deal with the country's history, indigenous and popular art, Paraguayan music and figures of national life. The building, with arched galleries on both floors, is also worth visiting for its architecture and the view of the bay from the balcony.
The entrance is on Avenida República, in front of the Plaza de la Independencia. The visit pairs well with the Catedral across the square and the Palacio de López.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
40 minutes to 1 hour for the galleries and the balcony.
Best time
On weekdays, in the morning or afternoon. Hours vary; check before you go, especially on weekends and public holidays.
How to get there
It is on Avenida República, opposite the Plaza de la Independencia, in the historic center, one block from the Palacio de López and three from the Catedral.
Tip
Go up to the upper floor to view the bay from the gallery. Temporary exhibitions change throughout the year; it's worth asking at the entrance what's on display.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Centro Cultural de la República El Cabildo
What was the Cabildo?
It was the seat of the city's government during the Spanish period. The current building, dating from 1857, later housed the three branches of Paraguay's government and was the presidential residence until 1894.
What can be seen inside?
Exhibitions on the country's history, indigenous and popular art and Paraguayan music, as well as temporary shows. The building is also worthwhile for its arched gallery with a view of the bay.
What is the Cabildo near?
The National Congress, next door; the Palacio de López, a block away; and the Cathedral, on the other side of Plaza de la Independencia.