Chiriqui is the third most important province in Panama. Located 486 kilometers to the west of the capital, bordered to the north by the Bocas del Toro province and the Comarca Ngäbe-Buglé, to the west by Costa Rica, to the east by the province of Veraguas, and to the south by the Pacific Ocean.

This province was discovered by Gaspar de Espinosa in 1519 and officially created May 26, 1849 when Panama still formed part of Colombia.

Until the arrival of the Spaniards different indigenous tribes (Changuitas, Zurias, Bosquerones, Buricas, Doraces, Bugabas, and Guanacas) populated the region. These peoples were grouped under the generic name Guaymi by the Spaniards; the current day people prefer to be called Ngäbe or Buglé.

The provincial capital is the city of David and the province is divided politically into 13 districts: Alanje, Baru, Boqueron, Boquete, Bugaba, David, Dolega, Gualaca, Remedios, Renacimiento, San Lorenzo, San Felix, and Tole.

Visitors to David will enjoy a spacious plaza with hotels, restaurants, cafes, dance clubs, and other entertainment options.

There is no better place for lodging than David in a trip towards Panama City. The city is host to the famous international San Jose Fair, celebrated every year during the month of May and one of the principal tourist attractions of the region. During the fair Chiriqui's productive activities are highlighted. In the different pavilions of the fair the thousands of tourists that pass through every year are able to appreciate the labors of the people of this prosperous and hardworking province. Among them we can mention: industry, artisanry, education, agriculture and ranching, with the last two the base of the provincial economy as it is the largest provider of food products to the rest of the country.

During your travel throughout the province one should visit El Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon) which offers its visitors a diversity of tourist attractions. From its beautiful beaches like Las Lajas to its mountains with their unique landscapes and refreshing climate Chiriqui has much to offer.

The extraordinary Chiriqui's diversity of flora and fauna contributes to its position as a prime destination for eco-tourism. It also offers a variety of other attractions including its highlands and beaches, indigenous cultures, idyllic communities for retirees, first-class rafting and kayak adventures, bird watching, and trips to the countryside.

Enjoy the natural beauty of the Chirqui Highlands for an unforgettable vacation.