El Valle de Anton
Only 1 hour and 45 minutes from Panama City on the Panamerican Highway, we find El Valle de Anton, a beautiful place visited by people from all over the world attracted by the natural beauty and stunning mountain scenery.
The town lies in a valley of 18.3 km, surrounded by breathtaking mountains and hills.
This magical place rises 600 meters above sea level, with an eternal spring climate (temperatures range around 18 C – 64 F), which attracts as a vacation place, for resting or as a home.
According to geologists, El Valle was once the crater or caldera of a volcano, which is why you are surrounded by hills and volcanic rocks.
We find a large number of species of flora characteristic of the hilly rain forest, home to a highly visible wildlife and endemic species in danger of extinction such as the Golden Frog (Atelopus zeteki), unique in the world. The presence of a large number of orchids and the identification of relict flora as Zamia (living fossil flora of Panama), denote the high bio-diversity and ecological importance of the area.
Attractions El Valle
The Golden Frog
This is a species of amphibians whose scientific name is Atelopus Zetek. Unique in the world, they have been studied by prestigious universities in different countries. You can see them in the Interpretive Trail La Zamia, on the grounds of the Hotel Campestre.
La Piedra Pintada (The Painted Stone)
In the district of La Pintada, just minutes from the village and the nearby hillside of La India Dormida, is found the oldest footprints of the first inhabitants of the region (the indigenous). Hieroglyphics carved in stone representing roads, anthropomorphic images and other symbols whose meaning and message have not yet been deciphered in various archaeological surveys conducted by local and foreigners.
Church of San Jose
We see the Church of San Jose. Next to the church, simple but of beautiful architecture, is located in the Museum. The museum is divided into 5 rooms, which presents the historical chronicle of the Valleros (Valley people). Open only on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Craft Market
It is the main local activity of El Valle, especially on Sundays. The market sells all kinds of local products and of surrounding areas such as vegetables, fruits, ornamental plants, flowers and orchids, among it the flower of the Holy Spirit. Also sold the famous soap stone carvings, pottery, bowls, weaved baskets, wooden furniture, carved and painted gourds, bamboo cages and ornaments made of acorns.
La Zamia Trail
The interpretive trail La Zamia, is an interesting place because of the variety of species and beautiful landscapes of water and mountains. In this path you will see the famous “Zamia” living fossil flora of Panama, found in only two countries in the Americas. The trail is located in the grounds of the Hotel Campestre.
Square Trees
The square trees belong to the genre Quararible family of Bombacacea. Its peculiarity is that the configuration of its trunk is totally square at its base. They are also unique in the world and can be viewed on the path.
Canopy Adventure
The Canopy Adventure is located in El Valle de Anton. This opportunity allows an ecotourism venture into tropical forest allowing visitors to climb with the latest technologies from Canopy. Cross an amazing waterfall as you descend in the tropical jungle. To reach the canopy you need to do a hike in the mountains for approximately 20 minutes to reach the top.
La India Dormida
Beautiful mountain that juts into the mountains and resembles the silhouette of a sleeping Indian. This mountain has inspired poets and writers to immortalize a legend that explains the colonial form. Access paths allow you to reach the top.
Chorro El Macho
El Macho (The Male) is a dramatic drop of water from the Yellow Creek at a height of 35 meters. Below the waterfall forms a natural pool that according to legend, is haunted. At present it is considered a haven for its lush green vegetation and the natural beauty it possesses.
El Nispero
An exciting zoo and greenhouse for plants and flowers located about 5 minutes from the main road, near the town center. In the nursery there are over 200 species of orchids, plus a variety of exotic plants and flowers and local and foreign species of birds and mammals.
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