The soul of Panamanian tradition
The Azuero Peninsula — spanning Herrera and Los Santos provinces — is the cultural heart of Panama, where the country’s folklore, festivals and crafts are strongest.
Highlights
- Las Tablas — home to Panama’s most famous Carnival and the National Pollera Festival.
- La Villa de Los Santos — birthplace of the independence movement and Corpus Christi celebrations.
- Chitré — the peninsula’s commercial hub.
- Pedasí — a charming coastal town and gateway to Isla Iguana.
Dry-country character
Azuero’s sunny, dry landscape shaped a ranching culture and a calendar packed with patron-saint festivals. It’s the best place to experience traditional Panama.
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