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Camarón Arriba
Corregimiento
Country  Panama
Comarca Indígena Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca
District Besikó
Time zone UTC−5 (EST)

Camarón Arriba is a special type of area in Panama called a corregimiento. It is located within the Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca, which is a unique region in the country. Think of a corregimiento as a local administrative division, a bit like a small town or a district within a larger area.

What is a Corregimiento?

A corregimiento is a basic local government unit in Panama. It helps organize different parts of the country. Each corregimiento has its own local leaders. These leaders work to manage the area and serve the people living there.

How Corregimientos Work

Panama is divided into provinces, and these provinces are then split into districts. Each district is further divided into corregimientos. This system helps the government manage services. It also helps local communities have a say in their own affairs.

Where is Camarón Arriba Located?

Camarón Arriba is found in the Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca. This comarca is a special indigenous territory in western Panama. It was created to protect the culture and land of the Ngäbe and Buglé indigenous peoples.

The Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca

The Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca is home to many indigenous communities. It has beautiful natural landscapes, including mountains and forests. The people here often follow traditional ways of life. They work to preserve their unique languages and customs.

Life in the Comarca

Life in the Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca can be very different from city life. Many people live in small villages. They often rely on farming and traditional crafts. Education and healthcare services are developing in these areas. The comarca government works to improve life for its residents.

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