Rafael Paredes Panama Hats
Come for a Hat and Enjoy the Experience
The Rafael Paredes storefront
If you're walking along Calle Larga in Cuenca's El Centro, you'll come across a giant Panama hat adorning the front of one building.
Near the front, you'll see many more hats. And way in the back (it's a long building) is Rafael Paredes Panama Hats, a retailer of these Ecuadorian hats.
Don't be shy. They're open!
Before you even get to the store, you'll come upon Museo del Sombrero de Paja Toquilla, housed in the same building.
Enjoy learning about the history of Panama hats. And once you've had your fill, head for the hats themselves.
Lots To Choose From
A selection of women's Panama hats
If you love hats, or if you just love to window-shop, you'll love Rafael Paredes Panama Hats.
You'll find at least 100 hats on display, including women's styles, in several different colors.
There are plenty of men's hats as well, including fedoras and other styles.
These hats are of varying quality. The finest hats cost several hundred dollars.
If you're looking for something to wear while gardening, or while at the beach, you'll want to go with one of the cheaper hats.
The video below was filmed at Rafael Paredes Panama Hats. You'll get an even better sense of just how many hats they offer.
Location
Rafael Paredes Panama Hats is located at Calle Larga 10-41. That's on the edge of the barranco (riverbank), high above the Tomebamba River.
They're open Monday through Saturday (on special occasions, they may be open on Sundays, but, like most of Cuenca, Sunday is a day of rest).
Their web site is www.barrancospanamahats.com. If you can't make it in person, you can order a hat online.
If you're a Facebook user, you'll also find them here.
Enjoy your Panama hat!
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