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Which country makes Panama hats?

  1. Ecuador

  2. Chile

  3. Panama

  4. Peru
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Explanation

Panama hats are traditionally made in Ecuador, specifically in the cities of Cuenca and Montecristi, from Carludovica palm fiber. Despite the name, they are not actually made in Panama - the name comes from Panama being the trade hub where they were sold to workers on the canal. Chile and Peru are not the correct origin either.

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