Its development in the political, economical and social matter was a slow process, scarred by armed conflicts between Spanish conquerors and natives, who fought to preserve their territory.

The Jesuits started the evangelization and building of towns or Missions in the region of Misiones and Itapúa Departments in Paraguay.

The missioners not only imparted knowledge about religion but also determined the rules of public order, culture, education, and society, which had great influence in the later development of Paraguay.

The natives, who were nomads and were not used to a structured life, founded themselves gathered in small communities in the forest.

It has a Central Square, the town's place of meeting, and a museum, located in the old sacristy, are the sculptures and a scale model of the mission.

The ruins of these missions show a way of life and education marked by its singular style.

The ruins in Paraguay are possibly the best preserved, and include Jesús, San Cosme, Damián and Trinidad Missions.

The site of the ruins of Jesús is 12  km from this access point and can be easily reached by taxi or bus.