Casco Viejo

Casco Viejo

Casco Viejo

Casco Viejo, located at the tip of a heavily fortified peninsula in Panama City, is the city’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhood. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features a charming cluster of pastel colonial buildings with Tejas-tiled roofs. Originally designed to protect the first Spanish settlement on the Pacific Coast, the area now boasts historic plazas, churches, and narrow streets. Visitors can explore the well-preserved architecture and immerse themselves in the rich history and lively atmosphere of this unique district.

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