Panama’s capital city is rich in culture and waiting to be explored. Panama City is home to a multicultural population and a diverse history. As Central America’s wealthiest metropolis, Panama City will romance you with its old world charm of Colonial Baroque style buildings. Its spectacular location between the Pacific Bay on the one side and the forested mountains surrounding it on the other is inspiring. You can purchase trinkets of handcrafted items at the Mercado Nacional de Artesanias or shop on the prime shopping avenue of Via Espana. Take pleasure in a hike in the Metropolitan Park –the world’s only protected tropical forest within city limits. Panama City exhumes a vibrant energy that is irresistible, and you will but fall in love with the splendor and the wonder of this Latin American capital.
Panama City’s Highlights:
Panama Canal: Whether you have an appreciation for extreme engineering or not, this is a man-made marvel.
Ancon Hill: If you’re feeling fit or just in need of some fresh air and exercise, head up the 654 feet high Ancon Hill and be rewarded with a brilliant view of the entire city and of Panama Bay.
Casco Viejo: You will find cobblestone streets, scenic plazas and original Spanish architecture. There are also a few historic cathedrals to be seen as well as the Presidential Palace.
Panama Viejo:Glimpse into this rare city’s past as you discover the ruins of the original Panama City before the pirate Henry Morgan decided to burn it to the ground.
Parque Nacional Metropolitano: This beautifully lush tropical rainforest-like park is within the city’s capital and gives you a remarkable experience to be so close to nature while still in a metropolitan area.
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