Explore the hidden gem of Central America, Panama City
With its spectacular canal, historic old town, and rich cultural experiences, get ready for a South American adventure! 🚢
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🚢 How to get to Panama City
Plane: Most international visitors fly to Panama City's Tocumen International Airport, the main gateway to Panama.
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🌟 Must-see attractions
Panama Canal: This great engineering feat, which you may have read about in elementary school, is definitely the top attraction in Panama. The best way to see the canal is by boat, and crossing the passage that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans will be an unforgettable experience.
Panama City Old Town (Casco Viejo): Classic monasteries, shiny cobblestone streets, abandoned ancient buildings, and church ruins make up a spectacular historical architectural complex that is well worth a deep cultural visit.
Biomuseo: Designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry, the museum consists of eight galleries that focus on the origins of the Isthmus of Panama and its impact on the Earth's biodiversity.
Chagres National Park, Camino de Cruces National Park, Ancon Hill, and Soberania National Park: Due to its unique geographical location, migratory birds from North and South America, as well as resident birds, stop or roost in these national park areas.
Chinatown: In Panama City's Chinatown, you can feel the strong Chinese cultural atmosphere. There are many Chinese restaurants and shops here, making it a great place to experience Panama's multiculturalism.
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🍽️ Food recommendations
Seafood: Panama City's Mariscos is the best place for tourists to buy and eat seafood. Choose one of the many small restaurants, sit down, and try the local ceviche and other seafood, one of the most popular dishes in Latin America's coastal regions.
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📸 Photography tips
Canal views: At the Panama Canal, you can capture the spectacular scene of ships passing through, especially when they pass through the locks, which is a great time to take photos.
Old Town style: In Casco Viejo, you can take pictures of the quaint buildings and streets and feel the history.