Officially called the Republic of Panama. Panama is a country in Central America. It is bordered by Costa Rica to the west and Colombia to the southeast. It has two coastlines: the Caribbean Sea to the north and the Pacific Ocean to the south. The capital and the largest city is Panama City ,whose metropolitan area is home to more than a million of the country’s 4 million people. Many people come to Panama for th shopping as it is a low tax jurisdiction. Panama City has a number of modern shopping malls, where visitors can find both high street names and designer labels.
Panama has a good variety of nightlife, particularly in the capital. There is something for all tastes from nightclubs to theaters. Some of the larger hotels have live entertainment such as salsa dancing or rock bands, so no matter where you are in the city you should be able to find something that suits you.
Spending time in one of the country’s National Parks is also a popular pastime, with more than 25% of the land protected. Many people come to the country to take part in bird watching, as the country is home to several rare species. Eco-tours are guided tours through these protected areas and are the best way to see birds and wildlife such as sloths, monkeys and coatis. Trips to the cool, fresh Chiriqui Highlands are also popular. As Panama is a small country with great infrastructure, it’s easy to get around.
The beaches in Panama are unspoiled and open to everyone to use. The water is warm (perfect for swimming) all year around.
Panama has many good clinics and hospitals including a Johns Hopkins Affiliate.
Some of the city’s hotspots to visit are:
- Casco Viejo: This is a historic district, with beautiful colonial and art Deco buildings and somo of the city’s best restaurants and cafes.
- Panama La vieja: The site of the original capital city before it was sacked by pirates.
- Canal de Panama: The new set of locks is an impressive engineering feat and well worth a visit!
Panama emerged from the sea and changed the world forever. It divided an ocean and joined two continents together. We invite you to discover its beautiful landscapes, rich culture, and endless activities, right at your fingertips.
We have a great selection of rental properties and properties for sale in Panama, we cover Panama City real estate in Bethania, Ave. Balboa, Punta Pacifica, and also in the Pacific Coast Beaches with houses for sale in Coronado, Gorgona and also condos for sale and also beach apartments for Rent, same as many other areas throughout Panama.