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 Chiriqui

Chiriqui is a province in Panama.

Cities
  • David
  • Boquete
  • Cerro Punta
  • Volcan


    • Understand

    Chiriquí Province lies in the southwestern part of Panamá with its capital in David. Chiricanos are like the Texans of Panamá, and are loud, outgoing, and very proud of their province. However, they really seem to have something to be proud of. Chiriquí arguably has the friendliest people and the best landscape in Panamá.

    See
  • The jagged, lush green mountains of ChiriquĂ­ rise to the top of Volcán BarĂş, Panamá's largest volcano.The volcano lies in a national park, and the summit can be reached by hiking along a very rugged road. Supposedly both the Caribbean and Pacific are visible from the summit of the volcano, but clear days are difficult to come by. Your best chance for clear weather is in the middle of the Central American summer, January or February. Boquete and Cerro Punta both make good bases for visiting the park.


    • Do
  • ChiriquĂ­ has beaches on the Pacific Ocean
  • Hiking
  • Rafting
  • Surfing
  • Birdwatching


    • Eat

    There are several Restorans on the Chiriqui Capital; including a newly open Pizza Hut, McDonald's and Kentucky.

    Get out

    The Real Estate Cariari for rent or sales apartament and houses
    http://www.cariaripanama.com


    ChiriquĂ­ is a province of Panama. The capital is the city of David.

    The province is divided in 13 districts.

    District (Capital)

    # Alanje (Alanje)
    # BarĂş (Puerto Armuelles)
    # BoquerĂłn (BoquerĂłn)
    # Boquete (Bajo Boquete)
    # Bugaba (La ConcepciĂłn)
    # David (David)
    # Dolega (Dolega)
    # Gualaca (Gualaca)
    # Remedios (Remedios, Panama)
    # Renacimiento (RĂ­o Sereno)
    # San FĂ©lix (Las Lajas, Panama)
    # San Lorenzo (Horconcitos)
    # Tolé (Tolé)

    The province of Chiriquí is located in the western region of Panama. It is bordered to the north by the provinces Bocas del Toro and Ngobe-Buglé, to the west by Costa Rica, to the east by the province of Veraguas, and to the south by the Pacific Ocean.

    It has a size of 6,476.2 km², with a population of 368,790 people occupying 87,509 houses as of the year 2000.

    Until the arrival of Spaniards, ChiriquĂ­ was populated by a number of indigenous tribes, known collectively as guaymies. These tribes include changuinas, zurias, boquerones, buricas, doraces, bugabas, and gualacas.
    History

    ChiriquĂ­ was first discovered in 1519 by Gaspar de Espinosa. The province was officially established on May 26, 1849, when Panama was still part of Colombia. Chiriqui was Abraham Lincoln's favored destination for colonization by free blacks. Chiriqui was the province in which Manuel Noreiga rose in the military ranks which included helping bring Omar Torrijos back into the country after a coup. To help he lined up jeeps with the lights on the run away in David to allow Torrijos' plane to land. Chiriqui was also the heart of a short lived pro-democracy guerilla movement in the late 60's early 70's.

    Economy


    The economy of ChiriquĂ­ is based principally on livestock and the production of
    agriculture, making it the primary province of these materials for the rest of the country. Also,
    tourism is beginning to increase as the province becomes a destination for national and
    international tourists.

    Climate

    The province features a variety of climates. From hot and humid lowland areas near David which is...

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    Partial Panama Canal Transit 5 hours

    Panama Canal Transit

    The Partial Canal Transit from Balboa takes place every Saturday. This tour gives you the opportunity to transit one set of Locks. The early morning departure is from Pier 18 at Balboa and goes right into the Miraflores Locks, the ship is raised up to 54 feet in a two steps process. This activity is achieved by sending water from Pedro Miguel's lake by gravity to fill the chambers where the ship is locked. Once the process is finished, get into Pedro Miguel's Lake. Arriving at Gamboa you are then transferred to a bus to return to Balboa approximately at 12:30 p.m.

    The other version of the partial transit, which departs later in the morning at 10:00am, is from Flamenco by bus to Gamboa, board the vessel that will transit the locks. Lowering the boat from the lake to the ocean then taking you back to the Flamenco pier. Transportation will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in both cases.

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    City Tour at Folkloric Mi Pueblito 3 hours

    City Tour at Folkloric Mi Pueblito

    This alluring tour gives you the opportunity to learn about the unique cultural heritage of Panama, and one of the most important ethnic groups of the country.

    This center is located on the base of Ancon Hill, and shows great vision of the traditions of Panamanian ancestors, encouraging you to participate in the dances and enjoy the product of their culinary arts. Casual and comfortable clothing are suggested.

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    Beach Day at Taboga Island 8 hours

    Beach Day at Taboga Island

    Taboga Island is locally known as the "Island of the Flowers" due to its constantly blooming vegetation. This Island belongs to the Las Perlas Archipelago (Pearl Islands) in the Pacific Ocean and is located right in front of Panama City.

    This tour is designed to offer you some relaxation time, sun bathing and an optional boat ride around the Island. You will be able to interact with Panamanians and foreigners, as Taboga is a popular destination.

    After a boat ride to the island, you will head to Taboga Hotel where you will have full use of the facilities including kayaks, swimming pool, dressing rooms, showers, etc. (except rooms). Lunch is included in this package at the hotel's restaurant. Return to Pier 18 late in the afternoon before transferring back to your hotel.

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