David
- Population 76,863
- Founded 1602
David is the capital of Chiriquí province and the third most populous city in Panama. Located in the lowlands of the country's west, along the Pan-American Highway, it is the region's main commercial and services center.
History
Founded in 1602, David has grown from a modest colonial settlement into a modern, prosperous city with a solid middle class and a diversified economy based on commerce, cattle ranching, and agribusiness.
What to see and do
The city is the gateway to the Boquete and Volcán highlands, the Gulf of Chiriquí, and the Pacific beaches. Its Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Park, its shopping centers, and its lively nightlife make it a comfortable and practical stop.