Islan Grande is a short trip from Panama City. Cordior Norte and 3 minor donations to the up keep of the road and you find yourself near Colon. Although the turn off from main road to Colon is a bit strange but once you are pass the "RED" supermarket, there is plenty of beauty and fun awaiting you in about 45 minutes of driving.
Isla Grande is a popular place in Panama among locals because of its seclusion, and beauty. Panamanians and tourists come from all places to the island to enjoy the water, snorkeling, fishing, listening to the sea, skinny dipping(at night mostly) plus fresh fish and lobster. Isla Grande is for relaxation and enjoying warm waters of the Caribbean side. The island's name does not really reflect it's size, but in comparison to the other islands that surround it. Isla Grande is by far the biggest island.
The present population, of afro-colonial origin, can be traced back to the period of massive forced migrations, specially from the regions of Guinea and the Congos, from where they take their name ¨Congos¨. Believers in magic, they still practice a rhythmic dance with its contagious drumbeat. You can visit as well the cathedral of the Black Christ, credited for numerous miracles. The day I travelled to Isla Grande was a Friday and there was plenty of activities to report. That will be the subject of another blog post.
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