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Visit the mangrove
Enjoy a pleasant promenade by the mangroves, on the islands or
the coasts, known by the Kunas as home of the sardines. You can
distinguish the red, black and white mangrove. The eco-system
of the mangroves serves as a spawning area for many aquatic animals,
as the larvae and other small species are reproduced here and
protected by the roots.
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These
forests are the habitat for a immense variety of fishes of alimentary
value, crayfish and "guabinas" (delicious fish from the
river), and other wild animals such as the heron and the pelican.
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Hike
in the forest
The major part of the area is covered by primary forests with
an immense diversity of flora and fauna. Amongst the species that
can be observed in the area are; arborescents ("rosa de monte",
alecost, medlar, "espavé", mahogany, oak, "maría",
lignum vitae) and valuable plants (liane, the "jira"
palm, "caña blanca", annatto tree and many others),
medicine plants etcetera.
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Many
of the species mentioned are utilised by the Kunas as forestry products
for the construction of houses, boats, tools, artisan´s work
and medicine. The very few alterations that the forest has faced
makes it very attractive to ecologists and scientists, as well as
for adventurers. There is also a huge amount of wild mammals, reptiles,
insects and birds in the forest. |
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Bird
Watching
The marine birds can be observed
from the island of Yandup, but for a greater diversity the visitor
can get up in the early morning and observe the birds at daybreak
from a boat in the river. "Tangaras", hummingbirds,
gull´s, woodpeckers, parrots, macaws, toucans, and pelicans
are some of the species of birds that you can encounter.
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Do you want to know something about the Kuna culture? Here we present
some tour options that will allow you to experience some traditions,
customs and rituals from this indigenous millenium culture |
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The
"kammu burwi" dance
A dancing representation of everyday situations, imitations of certain
animals or histories. It stems from the word "kammu" which
is a sacred flute that evokes strength when accompanied by the dance.
It resembles the movement of the wind. The music is generated with
small flutes (kammu burwi) played by men and with maracas (nasis)
played by women. |
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Handicrafts
A sale of handicraft is established in the community for the benefit
of the locals. You can acquire such famous handicraft articles as
the "molas" and other objects such as wicker baskets and
figures made of mahogany, "balso", "espavé",
"amarillo" and other materials. |
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