The province contains two national parks, Isla Bastimentos National Marine Park and La Amistad International Park. The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute operates a research station on Colón Island just northwest of Bocas Town. There are many banana plantations in Bocas del Toro, often called the oro verde, or green gold of Central America.
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San Blas Islands of Panama
The San Blas Islands of Panama are an archipelago of many islands. Populated by The Kuna indigenous people. Short ride from Panama City, Panama. Most islands are very small. This one is smaller than football field and is for tourists only - Senidup. The Kuna people own 2 tiny resorts on this island. Not much to do except to be on the beach during the day and drink beer and rum at night.
Taboga Island. Panama
Taboga island is less than an hour ride on a ferry from Panama City, Panama. Small island with few beaches and town of San Pedro. French painter Paul Gauguin visited the island. Weekend place for many people from Panama City.
Panama Viejo Ruins and Artisans market . Panama City, Panama
Panama Viejo was the first European city built in the Pacific coast of the Americas. One of the main attractions of the Panama City, Panama. It is easily accessible by taxi or by the city tour bus - Blue line.
Mercado de Mariscos, Seafood Market, Panama City, Panama
Mercado de Mariscos ( Seafood market ) located near Casco Viejo ( Old Town ) in the Panama City, Panama. Great variety of fish, lobster, crab, shrimp, octopus.