{"id":7213,"date":"2023-11-23T05:00:30","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T05:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.focuspanama.info\/eng\/?p=7213"},"modified":"2023-12-05T00:52:21","modified_gmt":"2023-12-05T00:52:21","slug":"a-province-that-has-it-all","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.focuspanama.info\/eng\/archives\/7213","title":{"rendered":"A Province That Has it All"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Indigenous History, Culture and Lots of Nature to Enjoy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Due to its proximity to Panam\u00e1 City capital as well as to the Pacific Riviera, Cocle province offers a diversity of landscapes that vary between mountains, beaches and nature reserves. You can go from a cool micro weather system to a very hot one in the same day. Because of this and more \u201cCocl\u00e9 has it all\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

El Ca\u00f1o Archaeological Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This 8-hectare park has a museum inaugurated in 1979. However, this archaeological treasure was discovered in 1926 by the North American Hyatt Verrill, who excavated the area commissioned by the \u201cHeye Foundation\u201d. In the place there were samples of tombs and basalt pieces of a pre-Columbian civilization that lived between 700 and 1,000 AD. Other pieces carved with faces, columns and megaliths (800 AD) were sent to the Museum of the American Indian in New York.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit “El Ca\u00f1o Archaeological Park Museum” and discover a complete tomb where bones, ceramics, gold and stones were founded in 1979. It is also possible to see an excavation led by archaeologist Julia Mayo (2000), where a wide extension of cemeteries were found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curiosities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Artifacts have been discovered that speak of a complex system and iconography, sophisticated goldsmithing technology, and an elaborate social hierarchy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to eat and stay:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On this site there are no places to eat or hotels, but in Nata and surrounding areas offer typical Panamanian dishes and international food, as well as places to spend the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located 160 kilometers from Panama City, it is a two and a half hour drive. Also, from the Albrook bus terminal taking the Panama – Nata route and then take a transport to the Community of El Ca\u00f1o, and then walk 2 km passing by the San Lorenzo Church, since there is no direct transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Valle de Anton<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mountain town with a micro weather system whose name comes from \u201cEl Valle de Anton Caldera\u201d. This Valley is located inside a crater or caldera of an extinct volcano (extravolcano), 600 meters above sea level. At the top of \u201cLa India Dormida\u201d, \u201cCerro La Cruz\u201d or \u201cCerro La Silla\u201d where you will be able to see the formation of this crater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is possible to learn about the ecology of this destination by visiting \u201cEl N\u00edspero\u201d zoo, study centers such as the serpentarium or the butterfly garden. For those who seek ecotourism there are hiking, ascents to mountains, hills, walks to rivers and waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A highly recommended point is the reserve where Chorro “El Macho” is located on the outskirts of the town. They have marked trails, a natural pool and hanging bridges. This trail is open every day from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm<\/strong>. Admission to the gazebo and trails is $.5.00,<\/strong> the pool is an additional $5.00<\/strong>. If you want to enjoy from 100 feet high, you should ask about the \u201cZip Line\u201d options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where to eat:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this paradise you can enjoy a wide variety of gastronomy that goes from cafeterias, inns and international food such as Italian, Chinese, Peruvian, Mexican, Spanish, Colombian and Greek. Of course, typical treats such as cocada and artisan pastry is a mandatory stop in the different cafes and bakeries in the town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curiosities<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In El Valle there is a rock called the Painted Stone, a huge petroglyph with engravings made by the indigenous people hundreds of years ago and that until today no one has been able to decipher it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is possible to get to El Valle by bus. From Albrook Bus Terminal, the ticket costs $4.25<\/strong> dollars and the buses leave every 30 minutes from Platform 48. The last direct bus back to Panama City from the Valley leaves around 3: 30 p.m<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Pintada <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This town has a very curious name. It is said that there was a thatch house of a merchant that was known as \u201cLa Casa Pintada\u201d for its bright colors. Over time this phrase was shortened to \u201cLa Pintada\u201d. It is also known as \u201cThe Cradle of the Pintado Hat\u201d which is part of the clothing of Panamanian typical costume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activities<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this town it is possible to know the main dances that are practiced in La Pintada such as: \u201cEl Tamborito\u201d \u201cLa Cumbia\u201d and \u201cEl Topon\u201d with more than 250 years. Every December 25 you can participate in the pilgrimage of the Virgin \u201cLa Pascualita\u201d and \u201cEl Ni\u00f1o Dios\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to eat<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This picturesque town, although it is very traditional culturally, has local and international culinary proposals as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Curiosities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pintao hat is a UNESCO intangible heritage of humanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Panama City it can be reached by car in 2 hours 45 minutes, also taking a bus from Penonome City it is possible to reach La Pintada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

El Salado de Aguadulce<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The salt flat is a plain of hundreds of hectares of land transformed into an albino background, it is possible to see white pyramids of salt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is recommended to visit the salt flat from 4:00 am, when they start their work, especially between the months of January and April, when tons of salt are collected. You can also go to \u201cLa Caleta\u201d viewpoint , \u201cEl Embarcadero\u201d, beaches \u201cEl Rompio\u201d and \u201cEl Salao\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also important to visit the Stella Sierra Museum (Museum of Salt and Sugar), where the history of the salt and sugar workers from pre-Columbian times is kept. Hours<\/strong>: Tuesday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.<\/strong> Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.<\/strong> Sundays by appointment and admission is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to eat<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The gastronomic offer is located in Playa El Salao where there are restaurants that offer seafood, fish, typical local and international food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to stay<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As El Salado is located on the outskirts of Aguadulce, this city has a wide range of hotels for all tastes and budgets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

El Salado is located three hours from the capital city by the Inter-American Highway (197 km). When you get to Aguadulce you must go to \u201cLos M\u00e9ndez\u201d Park, drive along \u201cEl Salado\u201d street until you reach \u201cLas Salinas\u201d on \u201cEl Salado\u201d beach (15 minutes). It is possible to go by bus, it costs $1.00<\/strong>, between 6:00 am – 5:00 pm<\/strong>. A taxi from Aguadulce can cost $5.00.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

El Cope<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

198 kilometers from Panama City is El Cope in the El Harino vilage at La Pintada, a forest park next to the central mountain range. In this reserve there are rivers such as: Belencillo, Tigrero (Bajo Grande), Zapillito and Zapillo. Also \u201cThe General Division Omar Torrijos Herrera National Park\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activities<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this sector there are more than 30 places to visit such as \u201cChorro Alto\u201d and \u201cLos Chorros Gil\u201d, \u201cLa Cascada Tenilda\u201d 15 minutes away, the Agrotourism Farms \u201cLa Leyenda\u201d and \u201cEl Eden\u201d, the \u201cChorro Grande\u201d (30 minutes) and the \u201cChorro Las Yayas\u201d with three waterfalls. For the intrepid there is \u201cEl Gran Tife\u201d, an imposing waterfall inside the Forest Park General of Division Omar Torrijos Herrera which will arrive between 10 am and 2 pm<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to eat<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being a nature reserve, the offer is somewhat limited, however, it is possible to find family restaurants such as Terraza de El Cope and Fonda Las Chelitas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to stay<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are no hotels in Cope, however there is a wide range of houses that are rented through the Airbnb application, and have all the comforts to enjoy a stay surrounded by nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the Albrook Transport Terminal, you can take a bus on the El Cope route, the trip takes about 3 hours. In your own car, you drive along the Pan-American Highway for 176 km way to Ola in El Ca\u00f1o, where you must continue for 24.4 km until you reach El Cope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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