Panamá Oeste Province

Panamá Oeste sits west of the Panama Canal and extends from the Pacific coast inland toward rolling hills and valleys. The five districts cover coastal communities and rural areas with scattered towns and farms.

The administrative unit formed in 2014 when the area west of the canal separated from Panama Province. This reorganization responded to population growth and the need for regional administration.

Communities here maintain traditions tied to farming and coastal life, with many residents working the land or fishing along the shore. Local markets display fresh produce and handmade goods that reflect daily life in the smaller towns.

The Pan-American Highway links the towns and runs from the capital into the region. Public transport and taxis operate between districts, with travel times depending on local conditions.

Arraiján District grows faster than any other in the country, as residents from the capital move to the surrounding area. New housing developments appear between older communities and change the landscape noticeably.

Location: Panama

Inception: January 1, 2014

Capital city: La Chorrera

GPS coordinates: 8.88028,-79.78330

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:11