La Chorrera, Panama facts for kids
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La Chorrera
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 La Chorrera
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| Country |  Panama |
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| Provincia | Panamá Oeste | ||
| District | La Chorrera | ||
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| • Total | 130 sq mi (337 km2) | ||
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| • Total | 161,470 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (ETZ) | ||
| Climate | Aw | ||
La Chorrera is an important city and district in central Panama. It's located about 30 kilometers (18 miles) southwest of Panama City. La Chorrera is the capital of the Panamá Oeste Province and is one of the biggest cities in Panama. People in La Chorrera often say, "La Bella, Enamoradora y Querendona, La Gran Chorrera." This phrase celebrates the city's friendly people, beautiful women, and fun evening activities.
La Chorrera is famous for its international fair. It is also well-known as the home of traditional Panamanian foods like Bollo and Chicheme. The city has produced several famous people. These include Mariano Rivera, a five-time World Series champion in baseball, and Vicente Mosquera, a former World Boxing Champion. Football player José Luis Garcés and the football club San Francisco F.C. also come from La Chorrera.
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Geography and Climate in La Chorrera
La Chorrera has a warm tropical climate. It experiences heavy seasonal rains from May to November. These rains help create large grasslands. These grasslands are perfect for raising cattle and, to a smaller extent, pigs.
The land in La Chorrera is very fertile. This means it's great for growing many different crops. Farmers here grow delicious pineapple, rice, and coffee. They also produce oranges, cassava, beans, and sugar cane. About 2% of Panama's lumber (wood) comes from this district.
Where is La Chorrera Located?
La Chorrera is situated on the Panamerican Highway. This is a major road that connects many countries in the Americas. The city is located between the districts of Capira and Arraiján. It is also quite close to the Pacific coast, about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) away.
The History Behind the Name
The exact reason for the name "La Chorrera" is not fully known. However, many believe it comes from the many waterfalls in the area. The word "chorrera" in Spanish can refer to a waterfall or a gushing stream. Some of these waterfalls include El Chorro de La Chorrera, El Chorro Trinidad, and El Chorro de Caño Quebrada.
See also
In Spanish: La Chorrera (ciudad) para niños
