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Panamá Viejo

Ruins of the oldest European settlement on the Pacific coast of the Americas, founded in 1519 and abandoned in the 17th century after a pirate attack.

Vía Cincuentenario
226-8915
http://www.patronatopanamaviejo.org/

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Panamá Viejo is a well-preserved colonial Spanish settlement and one of the most important World Heritage Sites in Central America. The site contains numerous ruins of churches, government buildings, and private residences from the 16th century. Panamá Viejo offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the country's rich history and cultural legacy.

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World Heritage Sites in Central America
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Ancient ruins of past civilizations, magnificent temples, as well as spectacular natural phenomenons, there are so many treasures to be discovered in Central America. Uncover history's best mysteries and explore these world heritage sites across this culturally and geographically diverse continent. We have gathered this collection to bring your bucket list to new adventurous levels.