[3] Due to its low latitude, sunrise is around 6 AM, and sunset is around 6 PM local time.

It has daily flights but can be delayed due to frequent thunderstorms and heavy rains.

[4] Changuinola is divided into small farm communities called "Fincas", since all of the city is surrounded by banana plantations.

The Calvin Byron Stadium for is located in El Empalme neighborhood, home of Bocas del Toro baseball team.

Changuinola was struck in April 1991 by 7.7 powerful earthquake, the town was reconstructed in the following years.

The CSS Changuinola Hospital is located right next to the Police station, and private clinics are also a great choice and available in the city.