<p><i>The Rough Guide to Panama</i> is the essential travel guide to this unforgettable country, taking you from the primeval rainforests of the Darien to Panama City's hippest bars, via the world's grandest canal, deserted white-sand beaches and vibrant indigenous communities. The guide offers practical information on transport — including traveling by dugout in the jungle and island-hopping in Kuna Yala — and detailed, lively reviews of accommodation and restaurants to suit all budgets.</p> <p>With comprehensive research, accompanied by stunning photographs, <i>The Rough Guide to Panama</i> has a key focus on the country's fascinating and wildlife-rich national parks, with a park-by-park breakdown of their various attractions and a full-color section to help you identify the astonishing variety of fauna. The guide also takes a detailed look at Panama's diverse cultures and their histories, traditions and festivals, with insights into everything from devil dancers in the Azuero Peninsula to coffee-cupping in the highlands of Chiriqui.</p> <p>Informative and inspirational, with dozens of clear, accurate maps, this guide is your essential companion to this vibrant, extraordinarily varied country. Make the most of your vacation with <i>The Rough Guide to Panama</i>.</p>