Panama City is the capital of the Republic of Panama and the largest city in the country , located near the coast of the Pacific Ocean and the Panama Canal. It is a fairly cosmopolitan city but it also has places to enjoy nature , hiking and activities to observe wildlife. It is a city full of diversity as it combines modern, historical and cultural environments .
Its main attraction is the famous Panama Canal, since it is one of the most important places for the world economy and trade as it connects the maritime transport of goods to and from North America, South America, Europe and Asia; Likewise, it is a tourist attraction for those who want to take a closer look at the operation of the canal and its history.
Visiting Panama City it is possible to take a tour to the beautiful islands of Contadora and Taboga Island, beautiful for their white sand and warm, crystalline waters. It is also possible to enjoy its architectural constructions or its beautiful historical monuments that have been declared cultural heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
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Activities in Panama City
- Visit the Old Town: also known as “Old Town” is the historic district of the city and recognized as a world heritage site by UNESCO, the perfect place to learn about the history of Panama . Walking through each of its streets it is possible to find museums of indigenous textile art such as the Canal Museum and the Mola Museum . Likewise, you can find the National Theater of Panama here to see beautiful artistic examples and its competitive and very elegant structure. It is also possible to enjoy the delicious Panamanian cuisine while watching the sunset and then the nightlife offered in this sector will begin.
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- Yacht trip to the islands: One of the unmissable plans in Panama is to go to its splendid islands, you can *rent a boat* and make your trip to the island of Taboga and there snorkel or simply swim in its crystal clear waters and relax in its fine white sand . Another option is to visit Contadora Island, located in the Las Perlas Archipelago, it has dream beaches to relax and disconnect a little from the city by doing activities such as fishing, kayaking or paddleboarding and getting to know the marine wealth that the island offers.
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- Darién National Park: 325km from Panama City, it is possible to travel by air or land-water to this region. It is an exclusive area for adventurers as it is one of the wildest regions in Central America where unique wildlife lives such as jaguars, pumas, reptiles, harpy eagles, among others. Its climate is rainy and too humid, so it is important to go with caution and in popular areas to visit such as Santa Cruz de Cana. Some areas are inhabited by indigenous communities such as the Emberá and the Kuna .
