Panamá Viejo, also known as Panamá la Vieja, is the remaining part of the original Panama City, the former capital of Panama, which was destroyed in 1671. It is located in the suburbs of the current capital. Together with the historical district of Panamá, it has been a World Heritage Site since 1997. Panama Viejo is the most funded archaeological site in the country due to its cultural value and it is very well preserved for touristic purposes. The site now offers 57 acres of crumbling building remains connected by paths with interpretive signs in both English and Spanish for you to understand its history. Panama Viejo also has a visitor center with one of the best handicraft markets in the city, a two story museum and a viewing tower in the Cathedral Tower of the old city which isthe most prominent building in the ruins site.
Unesco: Archaeological Site of Panamá Viejo and Historic District of Panamá
Thanks so much Jaime!
Date: June 13
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