The event is a fantastic opportunity for visitors from abroad and from Panama to truly appreciate the agricultural importance of Chiriqui. Last year, over 35,000 flowers were displayed at the fair, including orchids from Australia, Japan, the United States, Costa Rica and, of course, Panama. While flowers are the main attraction at the fair, local agricultural produce is also showcased, including potatoes, strawberries, cabbage, and lettuce. The most important of all the produce is the coffee, which is “cupped” or tasted here by local experts. Without a doubt, the Boquete Flower Festival is one of Panama’s most popular rural events, receiving around 100,000 visitors during its ten days, and with the income generated from the fair hovering around the $2 million mark, it is extremely important to the area from an economical point of view.

The Tiberius Bridge, known as Ponte Di Tiberio in Italian, is a significant architectural marvel. This ancient structure consists of five semicircular arches constructed from pristine white Istrian stone, elegantly spanning the Marecchia River. The bridge dates back to the 1st century AD and connects the city centre to Borgo San Giuliano. It is one of Rimini’s most notable landmarks and officially a national monument.

The nearby Barossa Valley is Australia’s wine-producing heartland, and this centre offers interactive exhibitions explaining the whole winemaking process, along with wines to taste and buy. In addition, the surrounding wine yards are just beautiful to see and photograph.