It is known specially for its most notable craftsmanship: the ao po'i, a fine cloth made in cotton that could be seen in shirts, dresses, blouses, sheets and others.
Most of the specialized artisans are from Yataity, where thanks to the support of private companies, they could combine tradition and modernity for a trade of shirts that reunites the required quality standards for export.
The ao po'i is made by hand in a 100% cotton fabric that appeared in the 18th century due to the commercial lockout imposed by Gaspar Rodríguez de Francia.
The familiar economy is based exclusively in the labor of the artisans, and just a 10% has another job such as agriculture and stock-breeding, among other minor commercial activities.
This district seems frozen in time, with its old big houses and its peaceful streets still transited by chariots and riders on horseback.
The internal roads are terraced making easier the intercommunication between the districts Has the telephonic services from Copaco and mobile telephony, besides various communication media and the journals from the capital of the country.
Its colonial look, ancient houses, tree-populated streets, beautiful squares, exquisite craftsmanship, hospitality of its people and preference for the Paraguayan tradition makes of Yataity an interesting alternative for the internal tourism.
The celebration begins with the traditional novena every day at the church, also making bullfights, craftsmanship sales, a colorful amusement park and gambling.