Panama isn't short on cultural sites but there are a handful that visitors can't afford to miss.
Here's where to begin:
Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is on just about every traveler's bucket list and for good reason. The roughly 50-mile-long waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans is an engineering marvel.
Take a deeper dive into the canal and its history at the Miraflores Visitor Center, which features a museum, observation decks and much more for visitors to make the most of their Panama Canal experience.
Panama Viejo
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, Panama Viejo dates all the way back to 1519 and has been featured on hit TV series such as "The Amazing Race" and "Survivor."
The archaeological ruins of old Panama mark the site of the former capital and the oldest European settlement on the Pacific Coast of the Americas. Pirates destroyed the city in 1671.
Casco Viejo
Casco Viejo was built and settled in wake of Panama Viejo's destruction in the late 17th century and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Today, Panama City's historic district is home to eye-popping churches, the Panama Canal Museum and the National Theater of Panama, among other attractions.
Biomuseo
Another must-visit landmark in Panama City, renowned architect Frank Gehry's first project in Latin America is a hit with visitors despite its relative newness.
Opened in 2014, the stunning museum showcases Panama's remarkable natural history and its unparalleled ecological diversity.
For more information on Visit Panama, check out their website here.
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