"One Thousand Pollera" parade honor all Panama's ethnic groups

Panama's national pride will be displayed in full splendor on Sunday, April 29 during the Parade of the Thousand Polleras on Calle 50, beginning at Almacen Dante and ending at Via Porras.

Organized by the Panama Tourist Board, the event is a tribute to the country's national costume for women, the Pollera, a beautiful, 16th century colonial attire that has been adapted to Panama's culture with indigenous and African elements. One of the most beautiful and expensive dresses in the world, the Pollera features regional variations in each province.

First held in 2003, the parade also honors all of the country's main ethnic groups and their regional costumes. This year, the parade will be held earlier than in previous years, taking advantage of the dry, sunny weather of April.

The event is a tribute to Panama's national female attire and to all of the country's ethnic groups.