Though it offers a blend of robust activity and abundant amenities, there is also a slower pace of life to be found in Chitré. With older Panamanian men going about their daily b… See more

Avenida Belisario Porras (Route 2/Ruta 2) is the bustling and colorful street that runs through the heart of town and leads to the plaza known as Parque Union. (Chitré does have a byp… See more

As in most traditional Panamanian towns and villages, the town square and park serve as a central gathering place for friends and families. Surrounded by small shops, rest… See more

Chitré has a range of residential areas and barrios (neighborhoods) from upscale to more typical Panamanian. In these areas expats and Panamanians live side by side and expats … See more

Due to its pastoral, agricultural setting, deep cultural roots and strong family values and traditions, safety isn’t a major issue in Chitré. “The level of crime is very low,” says Gloria Esco… See more