This Open Road
Panama
Before a pool of tourist invades the sanctuary of Panama, be the first to witness the beauty of the country and be amazed with the beauty the world is yet to know. Located at the southernmost part of Central America, this treasure city will surely captivate you with a vast of wonderful places and amazing attractions.
Now, Panama is known because of the Panama Canal that connects the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. This canal has been a key conduit for international maritime trade. Aside from this, the Panama Canal has also become a great attraction amongst tourists. Different cuisines are settled within the area and all of each can suit both your taste and your budget. Enjoy an amazing food with a perfect ambiance.
The coast of Panama also possesses an undeniable beauty. The clear blue water and the amazing waves of the beach will give you the best beach experience. Under the water, you can see numerous corals that bring beauty and color in the underwater paradise. Fishes and other marine animals are also popular among tourists.
If you are interested to learn something new, the San Blas Archipelago is a good spot for you. Enjoy the sight of a 378 island chain and get to know more of the Kuna Indians. Kuna, also known among themselves as the Tule, are natives of the South American group. Legends say that cases of hereditary albinism among the Kuna have given rise to white Native Americans. Know more about their rich culture and artistic talents manifested in their wardrobes especially that of the Kuna women’s traditional dress.
Panama City, the capital of the county of Panama and is divided into “three cities”. Each place will give you different impressions of Panama but all would make you fall in love with the city. The famous Panama Canal, the Amador Causeway and the Bridge of the Americas would surely fascinate you with their amazing infrastructure. The El Casco Viejo and Panama Viejo would both capture your interest with their amazingly preserved history. The City of Panama also houses a vast of wild animals that cannot be seen in other parts of the world.
For a wonderful site of amazing flora and wildlife, visit Isla barro Colorado and visit the biological reserve administered by the Smithsonian Institution. The early morning trips that you have to take will surely be worth your time. If interested with marine turtles, the Bastimenos National Park in Bocas del Toro is a good place for you. Witness different species of turtles and perhaps catch some pictures of them while they nest on the beach.
For a hiking experience, the Volcan Baru National Park offers excellent hiking trails. There are also numerous bathing and fishing sites in Boquette the small mountain village on the slope of Volcan Baru. This beautiful region is cool and fresh all year round and there are great walks through the fields of coffee, fruit and flowers. Boquette is 20 miles from David on a good paved road. Buses leave David every half hour.
