Panama City Prices

« The Panama Metro is completely new, having opened around 10 stations. The trains are Alstom models, very fast and smooth. The fare is $0.50. »

« The pride of Panamanian women is the pollera. This traditional dress, known since the time of the conquistadors' colonization of America, today can cost several thousand dollars. A set of gold and pearl jewelry is even more expensive, with prices reaching up to $15,000. Crowned on the beauty's hairstyle is the peineta de balcón—a comb made from tortoiseshell with a gold plate. It’s adorned with pearl flowers and a couple of dozen gold pins, one of which resembles a dagger. The intricate details extend to several layers of hanging accessories, such as "duck's tail," "orange slices," and "salomonica" (a twisted chain reminiscent of the columns that were believed to be in Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem)... With such an expensive outfit, girls make every effort to showcase it at every opportunity. One such occasion is the January Pollera Parade, where the main beauty is chosen, further adorned with a golden crown. »