Have you ever wondered how the Panamá Canal works? Explore Panamá’s rich history, culture, and viewpoints. Panamá Canal is a famous waterway connecting the Atlantic Ocean with the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the beautiful beaches of San Blas Islands in the Northwest of Panamá, with clear and blue waters that are ideal for different water sports and fresh seafood. Adventure in the Emberá Indigenous Community to admire their dances and traditional handicrafts.
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In this blog, we will learn about the best places you should visit to enjoy your travel.
The Spanish Pedro Arias Dávila founded Panamá Viejo in 1519 to be used as an area for the transportation and trade of goods between South America and Spain. Panamá Viejo is considered the oldest European settlement on the Pacific coast and the oldest town in Panamá.
Pirate attacks often occurred in the area. Henry Morgan’s most famous attack, in 1671, led to the destruction of most of the city by fire.
Panama City Casco Antiguo originated after Morgan’s attack to prevent more pirates from destroying the city.
The ruins of Panamá Viejo are now an archaeological site that was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
The first cathedral of the American Pacific coast was built in Panamá Viejo and is called Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Asunción.
Address: 2G47+MV5, Vía Cincuentenario, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
In 1673, Casto Antiguo was built after the pirate Henry Morgan attack. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also known as Casco Viejo.
What can you find in the Casco Antiguo?
Panamá City has many churches, including:
Address: C. 3a Este, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Address: Avenida A y 2, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
Address: XF28+JM2, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
The famous Panamá Canal is an impressive engineering construction that connects the Pacific Ocean with the Atlantic Ocean. When you visit the canal, you will find:
Address: Panama
There are three locks in the Panamá Canal:
Address: XCW5+P74, Panama City, Panamá Oeste Province, Panama
The Centennial Bridge (Puente Centenario) connects the North and South American continents. It was officially opened in 2004 and designed to decrease traffic from the Bridge of the Americas.
There is a toll required to be paid that serves the bridge maintenance and records traffic flow.
You can also enjoy panoramic views of the Panamá Canal.
Address: Autop. Panamá – La Chorrera, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
The Bridge of the Americas was officially opened in 1962 to cross the Panamá Canal. It forms part of the Pan-American Highway, which connects the Americas from Alaska to Argentina. A toll is required to cross the bridge. Enjoy another perspective of the Panamá Canal.
Address: WCVP+95W, Bridge of the Americas, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama
The Panamá Bay is located on the Pacific side as a natural inlet part of the Gulf of Panama. Some of the things you can find in Panamá Bay are:
Address: Panama
Address: Embera Quera 0000, Panama
The San Blas Islands are located in the Caribbean Sea and are full of beautiful beaches with crystal clear turquoise waters, coral reefs, and clean beaches.
The indigenous people of the islands are the Guna Yala, and they manage the guided tours of their communities.
It is an ideal destination for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Address: Guna Yala Comarca, Panama
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Hello, I went to Panamá a long time ago, but what impressed me most was San Blas Islands.