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Barriada Guaymí
Corregimiento
Country  Panama
Province Bocas del Toro Province
District Changuinola
Time zone UTC−5 (EST)

Barriada Guaymí is a special kind of local area in Bocas del Toro Province in the country of Panama. It is known as a corregimiento. Think of a corregimiento as a small district or a local division, similar to a town or a part of a larger city.

What is Barriada Guaymí?

Barriada Guaymí is a specific place within the Changuinola District. This district is located in the Bocas del Toro Province. Panama is a country in Central America.

Location in Panama

Bocas del Toro Province is in the northwest part of Panama. It is known for its beautiful Caribbean coastline. The province has many islands, rainforests, and diverse wildlife.

Changuinola District

Changuinola is one of the districts within Bocas del Toro. It is an important area for agriculture. Many people in the district work in farming, especially growing bananas.

Understanding Corregimientos

A corregimiento is a type of administrative division in Panama. It is like a local government area. These divisions help manage different parts of a province.

How Corregimientos Work

Each corregimiento has its own local leader. This leader helps with community needs. They also make sure local services run smoothly. This system helps organize the country.

Role in Local Life

Corregimientos play a big part in daily life for people in Panama. They help connect local communities with the larger government. This makes sure that even small areas have a voice.

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