Authentic Panama Hat is from Ecuador !!!
From our ancestors and for over 1000 years , the hats have been part of the Ecuadorian History.
However was only from 1900 when the hats became very famous all over the world , as the massive commercialisation of this product start ( during the construction of the Panama Canal ).
During decade of 60 s , it became the most important income of Ecuador.
By now there are many families who produce over 100 types of hats and these are exported around the world.
Homero Ortega hats located in Cuenca City are the best and the most famous nowadays , if you are somewhere near by don’t miss it. For sure you will enjoy the get to know more about this Ecuadorian Heritage declared by UNESCO.
correct name for this hats
Straw hats !!!
