'The Pollera' – Panama's National Pride
This article is a summary of reporting by Diplomat magazine. Originally published February 10, 2024.
Diplomat Magazine highlights an initiative organized by Panamanian ambassador Elizabeth Ward Neiman aimed at showcasing the pollera on the international diplomatic stage. Known as Panama's national dress, the pollera is celebrated for its elaborate, painstaking hand embroidery, gold jewelry accessories, and historic resonance. The cultural outreach emphasizes the artisanal traditions centered in the Azuero Peninsula that continue to define Panamanian national identity across generations.
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Panama's diplomatic mission highlights the cultural heritage and craftsmanship behind the pollera, the country's national dress.
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