Penonomé

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Penonomé is the capital of the Panamanian province of Coclé. Penonomé is located on the Chiguirí River in central Coclé. The origin of the name of this town comes from the words "penó Nomé". Nome was a chief of a local native American tribe, who was put to death by the Spanish colonial officials. "Penó Nomé" means "Nome was executed."

Coordinates: 8°31′N 80°22′W

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