Moving to Panama with IntlMOVE, visit the Embera Village
International moves to Panama are becoming more common as the job opportunities continue to open up in this Central American country.
IntlMOVE has helped many people move to Panama to start their new careers, or to help them relocate internationally for retirement.
When you visit the Embera village of Parara Puru, you will find many activities and experience unique learning opportunities.
The Embera Indians are native to Panama, so learning about their civilization will help you gain insights into the culture of the country.
This is one of the three Indian villages in Panama that still exists where the natives live their lives as they did hundreds of years ago.
Getting to the Embera Village
The village is not too far from Panama City, so if you are living in the area you can visit Parara Puru very easily.
When you take a guided tour of the Embera Village, you will need to take canoe rides to get to the remote area.
The Canoe ride will take you up the Charges River, which will take about 30 minutes.
The surrounding jungle is full of life and beauty.
On your way to the village, you will see some of the most spectacular waterfalls in the world.
There are many different types of tropical birds and wildlife unique to the area.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by friendly people and an abundance of natural wonders.
Embera People
This unique opportunity will allow you to visit with the Embera people to learn more about their community and way of life.
The people native to this part of Panama are very warm and welcoming.
The Embera people lead a very natural life, which gives you an opportunity to see how people lived hundreds of years ago in Panama.
The Embera Village
When you arrive, you will be able to experience ceremonial dances, learn about the Embera culture and get to see their daily activities.
In the main communal hut, you can learn about the history of the tribe and their daily lifestyle.
They live off the land to eat, survive and heal themselves with natural medicine.
If you are feeling especially adventurous, you can get your body painted with a natural dye made from fruit named Jagua.
The Embera people are known for their exquisite crafts, which you can learn to make and you can also purchase some of these crafts to support their livelihood.
While visiting the village, you can learn how to make straw bowls and plates that the Embera people use on a daily basis.
These straw masterpieces are dyed with a natural vegetable ink to give them more color.
If you are into jewelry, you can also learn the jewelry techniques of the Embera people.
When you are hungry, you will be able to eat some of their delicious native foods.
One staple in their repertoire of food is the platano, which is a type of banana.
Some food will be served on a platano leaf, while other dishes will use the food as an ingredient.
Fish is also a common ingredient in many Embera dishes.
When you are ready for your new life in Panama, contact IntlMOVE.
