Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Tourist Attractions in Panama

By Joshua Adekane


In recent years, there has been a tourism boom in Panama and travelers worldwide have discovered the beautiful spots that this country has to offer. In this article, you will discover where are the best places to visit and stay in Panama.

Panama has a population of 4 million people and is situated between Colombia and Costa Rica. Panama city is the capital. Spanish is the official language although English is spoken in the business community.

Panama is one of the most robust economies in Latin America thanks to the fact that it is home to the Panama Canal. This human built wonder allows ships to travel from the Atlantic to the Pacific ocean and vice versa in a day. A trip that would normally need around a month to finish. This potentially save transport companies billion of dollars every year making this canal a true success. Panama is currently expanding its canal to accommodate post panamax ship by 2014 therefore increasing its traffic and yearly revenue.

Its climate is Tropical with hot, humid and cloud during the rainy season which last between May to January. The short dry season is between January and May. Panama is filled with beautiful beaches. You can sunbath on beaches in the Pacific in the morning and dip into the water on the Atlantic side by just driving a few hours which is quite extraordinary thing to be able to do.

If you enjoy the nightlife, Panama city is the place for you. This city has seen an increase in restaurant, bar, clubs and shopping malls. This is due to the high immigration rate of foreigners into the country. The prices are a fraction of what you would usually pay in the US,Europe or Canada.

If you are looking for more historical scenery, you can go to Casco Viejo where you can find colonial houses, museums and historical structures.

If you are looking to shop at discount prices, going to the Colon Free Zone, the second largest free zone in the world after Hong Kong, is a great option. You can get products at up to 60% off retail prices. Make sure you get a guide to show to take you around or get in touch with someone you know who can take you around.

As you can see in this article, Panama is a great place to visit at an affordable price. Take a least one week as there will be quite some places to see and visit.




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