Banco Nacional de Fomento, Asuncion

Banco Nacional de Fomento, Asuncion

Banco Nacional de Fomento is one of the most impressive buildings in the city. The bank was created by Decree-Law No. 281 on March 14, 1961, and operations commenced on November 20, 1961. Designed by architect Francisco Canese in the Neo-classical style, the bank resembles Buckingham Palace in London. The bank's main purpose is to aid in the development of the Paraguayan economy, and it funds programs to promote agriculture, forestry and industry in the country.

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Sight Name: Banco Nacional de Fomento
Sight Location: Asuncion, Paraguay (See walking tours in Asuncion)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Asuncion, Paraguay

Create Your Own Walk in Asuncion

Create Your Own Walk in Asuncion

Creating your own self-guided walk in Asuncion is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Asuncion Introduction Walking Tour

Asuncion Introduction Walking Tour

Sitting on the bank of the Paraguay river, the capital of Paraguay Asunción is a beautiful city, well worth being explored. Local attractions are plentiful and include, among others, numerous sites of colonial and modern architecture, such as the López Palace - seat of the local government, theaters, plazas, museums and more. To see them all, follow this orientation walk and enjoy!

Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.4 Km or 2.7 Miles