The province of Coclé,

story Panama Post

The province of Coclé, located an hour and a half from Panama city, is a place proud of its heritage and culture.

This province is of great importance to archeology, because there have been found there a great number of “Huacas” (old graves) that correspond to the Pre Columbian era, which shows that in this region lived a high civilization culture.

Its city has a great economic potential, since it has sugar plants, ports, good hotels and restaurants. Coclé is a land of great natural contrasts and touristic attractions.

It also has an extraordinary cultural and folkloric richness. The province has contributed with notable educators who have collaborated in an remarkable way to the consolidation of the national education system.

Coclé´s province has an approximate land extension of 4,827.3 square kilometers and a population of 173.190 inhabitants.

Politically it is organized in six districts: Aguadulce, Antón, La Pintada, Natá, Olá y Penonomé) and 39 zones, with their respective civil authorities.

Coclé´s population dedicates itself mainly to cattle raising and planting, especially rice.

Also, an important part of the population works in the sugar production industry.

In this province you have several options to choose from, such as the area of Farallón, located in the division nof Río Hato, in the district of Antón and almost in the heart of the isthmus.

Other of the suggested places during a visit to Coclé province is the Antón Valley, located two hours from Panama City. Placed in the crater of a volcano it has a nice weather and amiable people. It also has a zoo with different types of animals for you and your family to enjoy wildlife.

You will also find here the beach known as Santa Clara. When you arrive, the sound of the waves, its blue waters and clear sky provide a warm welcome to visitors.

To go to Coclé province you can take a bus at the National Transport Terminal in Albrook and take the route Penonomé, Panamá . The price of the ticket is US$ 4.00.
If you prefer to travel in your own car you can use the route through the Bridge of the Americas or the Centenario