41. Panama Culture Tips | RW3 CultureWizard + Panama City is the capital of Panama and is purported to be one of the most modern cities in Central America. The skyline is reminiscent of major cities http://rw-3.com/2010/08/panama-culture-tips/

@import url( http://rw-3.com/wp-content/themes/rw3c/style.css ); Cultural Wisdom at Your Fingertips Home Our Approach Overview of Our Approach Our Philosophy ... RW3 CultureWizard News Panama Culture Tips by Sean on August 26th, 2010 + Panama City is the capital of Panama and is purported to be one of the most modern cities in Central America. The skyline is reminiscent of major cities in the US, while the old part of the city has narrow, cobblestone streets and colonial buildings. + If you were to think about the most important cultural attributes that you will see operating in business in Panama, they would be: - A hierarchical structure - Group-oriented interests - The importance of interpersonal relationships - An indirect form of communication + Panamanian society and business are highly stratified and vertically structured. People respect authority and look to those above them for guidance and decision making. Rank is important and those above you in rank must be treated with respect. + When greeting one another, women often pat each other on the right forearm or shoulder, rather than shake hands. If they are close friends, they may hug and kiss on the right cheek. Men shake hands until they know someone well, at which time they progress to the more traditional

42. Panama Culture And The Panama Business World Planning to do business in Panama? Read this primer on Panama business and Panama cultural mores and be well prepared. http://panama-information.executivehotel-panama.com/in-panama-business-practices

43. Panama Culture - Panama's Native Cultures - Central America Panama Culture Panama's Native Cultures including the Kuna tribe in the San Blas islands, the Ngobe-Bugle and Guaymi Indians around Bocas del Toro, Chiriqui and Veraguas and http://www.enjoypanama.com/culture.htm

Hotels Tours Transfers Rentals ... Activities Panama Reservation Services David El Valle Panama City Panama Canal ... Links Central America GUATEMALA COSTA RICA HONDURAS BELIZE ... Refer a friend Panama Recommended Hotels: Coral Lodge Yandup Lodge Tours: Panama Culture: Panama's Native Cultures Panama travel information San Blas KUNA INDIANS - text by Sherry Thorup The Kuna Indians are a strongly-knit tribal society living on a chain of islands called San Blas Archipelago, on the Atlantic side of the Republic of Panama. Believed to be decendents of the Caribs, the Kuna Indians tribe still live in much the same manner as their ancestors. The San Blas people have cleverly managed to retain their tribal identity and contentedly lead a moral balanced life, free from the complexities of modern, highly-organized societies. The Kuna have a matriachal society in which the line of inheritance passes through the women. A young man, after marriage, must live in his mother-in-law's house and work for several years under apprenticeship to his father-in-law. Divorce is uncommon, although it requires no more than the husband to gather his clothes and move out of the house. The daughters of the Kuna people are prized because they will eventually bring additional manpower into the family. For some unknown reason, there is a high rate of albinism in the Kuna men. Because of the intensity of the sun in Central America, the albino men are not able to do the work expected of a Kuna man. In order to contribute to their community, they assume duties traditionally assigned to the women, including mola-making. Although encouraged not to marry, the albino men are accepted in the community and their work is respected by their peers.

44. Panama Culture And Geography Information and quick facts about culture and geography of Panama http://www.placesonline.com/central_america/panama/culture_and_geography.asp

Central America - Panama - Culture And Geography Your definitive travel guide Home Guides Hotels Flights ... More Accommodation Farm holidays Camping Vacation Rentals Hostels ... Restaurants Useful tools Videos Getting around Ferries Travelers' tips Travelogues Page: Home Central America Panama > Culture and Geography Share Destination Panama Culture and Geography Quick facts and information about culture and geography of Panama About When to Visit Panama Culture and Geography Health and Safety Economy ... Panama Images Attractions Tourism Guide Attractions in Panama Places to visit Panama Accommodation Hotels Youth Hostels Getting Around Flights to Panama Car Rental Food and Drink Entertainment Events and Entertainment Travellers' Tips Travelogues Join Travelers Enter your reviews, photos and travelogue about Panama Properties Enter Your property for free to Panama Companies Publish Your travel services to Panama Reviewed by: Editorial Staff Overall rating: Culture and Geography The region was initially home to a number of native tribes, and its population now comprises Mestizos (people from African and European origin). This country was settled in the sixteenth century by the

45. Panama Travel | Panama Culture - The Colorful Clothing In Panama A tradition that has been passed down for centuries the traditional Panama clothing is an integral part of Panama culture and a common sight at many Panama activities. http://www.abpanama.com/panama-travel/colorful-clothing.php

About Us Our Services Panama Real Estate Real Estate Investments ... Panama Real Estate Blog You are here Panama Real Estate Panama-travel Colorful-clothing Panama Culture - The Colorful Clothing in Panama Usually, the way the people dress in a place speaks of the history and the culture of the country. This is very true with the clothing in Panama. The pollera is considered as the national clothing in Panama for women as well as the Panama hat for the men. This dress is usually being used for many Panama activities and attractions. It is being worn with a lot of jewelries and hair accessories, making it an unforgettable symbol of Panama culture. This attire of Panama culture has a long history; the pollera was the apparel of servants and nursemaids during the Spanish colonial era. It was first worn only indoors but eventually was enhanced and made its way into the public eye. This well-adorned clothing in Panama has its humble beginnings in the quarters of the rustic maidens to the aristocracy of fashionable women enjoying the attractions and activities of Old Panama. The pollera consists of the upper part or gown, the skirt and petticoat. The upper part is off shoulders blouse with ornaments such as ruffles and laces in very colorful designs. The skirt is also as elaborate as the blouse and they have the same motif. Trimmings are usually hand-made thread lace.

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