CAAZAP

town, southern Paraguay. Founded in 1607 by Friar Bolaos, the town is situated on the edge of the westward extension of the Brazilian Highlands, including the Cordillera (mountains) de Ybytyruz. Caazap is a lumbering and agricultural centre, and tanneries are also located there. The town has a regional hospital, various educational institutions including an agricultural college, and a monument to Bolaos. Caazap can be reached by highway and railway from Asuncin. Pop. (1985 est.) 3,041.