The Province of Coclé
The capital of coclé is Penonomé, so named after the legend of an Indian chief called Nomé. He was killed by the Spanish there and the name stems from the phrase "Aquí Penó Nomé" (here suffered Nomé). Coclé is one of the central provinces and comprises the districts of Aguadulce, Natá, Olá, La Pintada, Penonomé, and Antón. The principal economic activity is cattle and handicraft such as hats, purses, etc. In La Pintada, coffee is grown, and Aguadulce has extensive shrimp farms. In Antón, livestock and rice crops are the main activities. The population is approximately 200,000 people. The people in Coclé are proud of their cultural heritage and are conscious of regional solidarity.
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