Chame District

Chame District is an administrative area in Panamá Province that encompasses diverse landscapes across its territory. It consists of eleven administrative subdivisions and includes both Pacific coastal zones and inland mountains.

The district was founded in 1855 and took its name from Cacique Chamè, a leader of the indigenous Nataes people who governed this territory. This connection to the region's original inhabitants remains central to local identity.

The patron saint festival dedicated to Santo Cristo de Chame brings together local communities who perform traditional dances like Tambor Chorrerano and Cumbia that have deep roots here.

The district sits roughly 76 kilometers from Panama City and is connected by road to major urban centers in the region. Visitors should prepare for varying conditions since the landscape changes from coastal areas to mountainous terrain.

The local economy merges cattle ranching using Brahman breeds with fishing and cultivation of coconuts, plantains, and pineapples across the region. This blend of livestock farming and crop production shapes daily life and the natural resources people depend on.

Location: Panamá Province

Capital city: Chame, Panama

GPS coordinates: 8.54280,-79.91412

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23