Emberá-Wounaan

The Embera-Wounaan live mainly in the Darien region, although some have moved near the Panama Canal watershed and Gatun Lake. This community preserves its language, songs, dances and respect for nature. The Embera make baskets of chunga leaves and carvings in cocobolo and tagua wood. Visitors can experience their way of life by participating in dances, shopping for handicrafts and exploring the surrounding nature. The Embera culture deeply values the spirituality of the rivers and forests. They offer opportunities to navigate crystal clear rivers and visit waterfalls, while learning about their way of life and traditions. To visit the Embera villages near Panama City, you can access them through tours that include boat transportation from the city to the communities located in the Canal watershed and Gatun Lake.

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