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El Valle de Antón


Known as the place of eternal spring, this picturesque town is located inside the crater of a volcano. Its cool spring-like climate makes it the ideal vacation spot. Famous for its handcrafts market, it is the most visited spot for locals and foreigners alike. Here visitors can purchase gifts and souvenirs, in addition to beautiful plants native to the area such as orchids or the bougainvillaes, fruits and fresh legumes.


Places to visit & things to do in El Valle:


  • The Thermal Ponds
  • Las Mosas water falls
  • The Petroglyphs: La Piedra Pintada
  • Bird Watching ( El valle is known as the best place in Panama for this activity)
  • Visit La India Dormida
  • Artisian & Vegetable Market (Open on Sunday)
  • Bike Riding & Mountain Biking
  • See the Square Trees nearby Hotel Campestre
  • See the Golden Frogs at Hotel Campestre
  • El Nispero Plant Nursery & Zoo (Open from 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 7 days a week)


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