Penonome is the capital of the Cocle province of Panama and lies at a distance of one hour and fifteen minutes from Panama City. The city besides being the main economic hub of the province is also a tourist destination. The soothing climate is an added advantage for visiting Penonome all year round.
Among the cities in Panama, Penonome bears a rich history of Indian culture. The area La Pintada is remarkable for its rock carvings and contributes actively to Panama’s agricultural industry. The city’s orchards and ranches contribute to the growth of the agricultural industry. Various agricultural products are produced in Penonome city, unlike other Panama cities. Tomatoes and sugar are the main agricultural produce of the city of Penonome. The agricultural products are mainly distributed among the regions of Panama to suffice their requirements.
The city is home to various towns, which were Spanish colonies. The colonies proudly bear the charm and beauty of Spanish art and culture till today. Besides, Penonome is also known as a festive town. Among the various festivals of Penonome, the famous ones are the sugarcane festival, tomato festival, orange festival, and aquatic carnivals. Hats of various designs and other folklore items are the main crafts found in this Panama city.
Penonome, though the capital of the Cocle province remains undiscovered. It is also rich in natural beauty with its gargantuan mountains, wild waterfalls, rolling hills, and home to varied wildlife. Therefore get ready to explore this Panama city.