The pollera is the traditional dress of Panama that originated in the 16th-17th century Spanish dress. It developed unique characteristics in Panama that distinguish it from dresses in other Latin American countries. The polleras of Los Santos and Herrera provinces are particularly renowned and have been adopted as models across Panama. Though originally a dress of common people, the pollera is now worn proudly by women of all social classes during festivals. Making a pollera is an intricate process that can take up to a year and cost thousands of dollars.

1. LA POLLERA

2. The name was used for the typical dress in Panama as early as 1846. “ La Pollera"

16. Four days before Ash Wednesday are "carnival" days and La Pollera comes into its own. The streets are filled with merry makers and each Pollera one sees seems to be more beautiful that the last. La Pollera has to be seen to appreciate the work and imagination that produces this loveliest of dresses.

19. Congo Dancers - Honoring the Province of Colón

21. " The 100 Polleras Parade"

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