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Boquete is Panama's premier mountain destination. It is also rated as one of the best places in the world for a second homes and retirement. Located close to the Costa Rica border, the centerpiece is magnificent Volcan Baru, a 11,400 ft. inactive volcano which towers over the area providing majestic views and a rich volcanic soil for the lush flor and fauna. Tourism attractions include spectacular mountain views and venues, a range of attractive accomodations from resorts to eco-lodges, world-class rafting and kayaking, golf, coffee farm tours, birdwatching, hiking, horseback riding, a zipline canopy tour, year-round Spring weather and some of the most friendly people anywhere. Read more »