Guaíra, once home to the magnificent Saltos del Guairá waterfall chain, was destroyed in the name of progress. The falls, with their 19 massive cascades and thundering roar, were a favorite among tourists and locals alike. However, in 1982, the construction of the Itaipu Dam led to the flooding of the falls, forever erasing this natural wonder from the world. It's a sad tale of beauty lost to development, leaving behind only memories and a lesson on the importance of preserving our natural treasures.

Now the city serves as an exit door for those who want to shop in Paraguay, in the city of Salto del Guaira.