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The city of Luque extends from Ypacaraí Lake to the western bank of the Paraguay River. Luque is located to the East of Asunción and borders the following cities: To the North with Mariano Roque Alonso, Limpio and Nueva Colombia; To the South with Fernando de la Mora and San Lorenzo; To the East with Areguá; To the West with Asunción
Luque, city, southern Paraguay. Founded in 1635, Luque rose to prominence as the temporary national capital during the bloody Paraguayan War (1864–70) with Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. Oranges, sugarcane, tobacco, cotton, and livestock produced in the area supply the markets of nearby Asunción, to which it is accessible by railroad and ...
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Mar 11, 2014 · Luque is located near Asuncion and over 291,000 citizens live there. It has nearly 500 years of history of being a remote secondary region to Asuncion. At the beginning of the 1800s, Luque finally became a city with the founding of its first administrative capital.
Jul 26, 2023 · Luque, a vibrant and picturesque city located in Paraguay, is a treasure trove of fascinating history, captivating culture, and stunning natural beauty. Situated just 20 kilometers from Asuncion, the country’s capital, Luque is known as the “Cradle of Aviation” due to its rich aeronautical heritage. With a population of approximately ...
Luque is a city in Central Department of Paraguay, part of the Gran Asunción metropolitan area. Luque has about 224,000 residents. Mapcarta, the open map.
Aug 2, 2024 · Nestled just 20 kilometers from Asuncion, the bustling capital of Paraguay, lies the vibrant city of Luque. Known as the “Cradle of Aviation,” this picturesque city is a treasure trove of history, culture, and natural beauty.
It is located at around 25°16′12″S 57°29′14″W. Luque is one of the most important cities in the country. [2] The city counts as home of Paraguay's main international airport, Silvio Pettirossi International Airport and the Ñu Guasú Park, which is where the Paraguayan Olympic Committee is also located. [3]
