Very, very interesting, even though the section on the construction of the canal was closed in September 2025. I hadn't realized how much the country suffered from the existence of the Canal Zone and how difficult its relationship with the US still is today. Dig out your Spanish; it's not wise to address everyone in English right away.

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Angelina Kuhlmann

January 20, 2023

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An absolute must for anyone interested in the history of the country. In the Museo del Canal, not only the emergence of the Panama Canal is illuminated in a super exciting way, but also the development of the country and its inhabitants in the course of it. Super informative and well done!

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1. Old Town Promenade – Plaza de Francia loop from Barrio Chino

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2. View of Panama City Skyline – Panama Sign loop from Casco Viejo

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3. Plaza de Francia – Old Town Promenade loop from Vía Argentina

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1. Old Town Promenade – Plaza de Francia loop from Barrio Chino

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