Panama, a canal, link between two oceans A million reasons to visit Panama The Panama isthmus, the fourth country of largest surface in Central America, serves as a bridge between the Americas. Bridge as well as cultural carrousel of Indian and colonial cultures, which mingle a history of modern technology, the Panama Canal, the Indian traditions, the Emberas or Kunas of the San Blas archipelago, 365 dream isles out of which merely 30 are inhabited. Ever contrasting, Panama City meets the modern village with colonial quarters; as if Miami and La Havana faced each other in an immutable defy towards modernization. Visit the canal and its locks, those of the port Franc de Colon, and those of Portobello, a fortress that has survived pirate attacks for over two centuries, lead to many moments of excitement, and retreat as well as laughter. Afterwards, as a child gifted by Mother Nature, Panama will reveal its flora and fauna, untouched, primary, and multicolored, with welcoming paths to lead you. PANAMA CITY VENUES PANAMA LA VIEJA CONVENTO DE LA CONCEPCIN The architecture complex made up of the Church and the Conception Convent, headquarters of the only female religious congregation in Panama, was installed in Panama during the colony. Towards 1640 a new stonewall church was built, which was yet unfinished when the 1671 disaster occurred. Maximum capacity : 200 persons PANAMA LA VIEJA NAVE DE LA CATEDRAL In 1535, with the arrival of Bishop Fray Toms de Berlanga, the construction of the cathedral building was begun. Initially it was made of wood and of modest dimensions. It was destroyed by fire in The current cathedral was built between 1619 and 1626 by initiative of Bishop Francisco de Cmara. One of the main characteristics of the Panama Viejo Cathedral is its inverted orientation, with the apse facing the sea as is mandated by the canons. Maximum capacity : 400 persons PANAMA LA VIEJA PLAZA MAYOR The Main Plaza was the center for various social, religious, economic, political and cultural activities. Slightly irregular, it was neither square nor rectangular, and measured roughly 69 x 57 meters. For a city of the importance of Panama, the Main Plaza was relatively small. Towards 1600 the northern side was extended, thus gaining 500 square meters in that direction. It is still possible to see the cathedral and the town hall on the eastern side of the square; on the other three sides there were houses with entry hallways. Maximum capacity : 2000 persons MI PUEBLITO PUEBLO CAMPESINO Mi Pueblito is a reproduction in three distinct areas of the settlements of the main ethnic groups in Panama. Mi Pueblito Campesino is the depiction of the country's culture in the countryside, its folklore and the provincial culture. It is a miniature replica of a small town in the country's interior part, with the architecture, building and life styles of the early twentieth century in Panama. The streets are cobbled and the houses are made of wood with tiled roofs. It has a small plaza with a stone fountain in the middle around which are located the buildings in colonial style that represent the peoples most important institutions: the church, the school, the barber shop, the priest's house, the post office and the mayor's house. Maximum capacity : 500 persons MI PUEBLITO PUEBLO AFROCARIBEO Mi Pueblito is a reproduction in three distinct areas of the settlements of the main ethnic groups in Panama. Inside the complex it is displayed a significant sample of the Afro-Antillean culture, which contributed greatly to the present-time Panama culture. These settlers were present since colonial times and grew in number in the first years of the twentieth century during the construction of the Panama Canal. The "Casa Mller" stands out among the main attractions, a replica of an early twentieth-century building located in the city of Calidonia, the place where the workers of the interoceanic way used to reside. Maximum capacity : 500 persons MIRAFLORES LOCKS SALON Miraflores Locks, completed in May of 1913, stand at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal. They link the Pacific Ocean with the manmade Miraflores Lake, raising and lowering ships 54 feet in two impressive steps. The terrace and salon of the Miraflores Panama Canal Visitors Center offers you a view of the Panama Canal Miraflores Locks and ships going through the locks and on their way through the Canal or out to the Pacific Ocean. Its possible to book a private night visit of the Centro de Visitantes. Maximum capacity : 200 persons MIRAFLORES LOCKS TERRACE Maximum capacity : 400 persons Miraflores Locks, completed in May of 1913, stand at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal. They link the Pacific Ocean with the manmade Miraflores Lake, raising and lowering ships 54 feet in two impressive steps. Outside there is a viewing deck where you can observe boats going through the locks. Its possible to book a private night visit of the Centro de Visitantes. AMADOR TERRACES Fuerte Amador was conceived following the vision of the well- known Panamanian architect Andrs Lpez Pieiro of investing in the Pacific area of the Panama Canal, building in 1988 what it is today the largest and most complete private marina in the Republic of Panama. Maximum capacity : 250 persons each one, 2 terraces available BIOMUSEO BAJO ATRIO With exhibits designed in collaboration with scientists from the University of Panama and the Smithsonian Research Institute, the Museo de la Biodiversidad (Biodiversity Museum; more commonly referred to simply as the Biomuseo) is packed with engaging visuals about the origins of Panama and the rest of the planet, as well as ideas on how to save it for future generation. Private event spaces allow groups to enjoy the exhibits and also take in the impressive views of the surrounding area. Options include an open-air lower atrium. Maximum capacity : 150 persons BIOMUSEO LA PLAZA Maximum capacity : 350 persons With exhibits designed in collaboration with scientists from the University of Panama and the Smithsonian Research Institute, the Museo de la Biodiversidad (Biodiversity Museum; more commonly referred to simply as the Biomuseo) is packed with engaging visuals about the origins of Panama and the rest of the planet, as well as ideas on how to save it for future generation. Private event spaces allow groups to enjoy the exhibits and also take in the impressive views of the surrounding area. Options include an open-air Plaza. ATLAPA CONVENTION CENTER Atlapa Convention Center is located in Panama City. This venue is a luxurious hall with all modern facilities. The exhibition hall integrates multiple functions such as exhibitions, conferences, trading, information exchanging, catering and entertainment. The exhibition center provides all the art facilities. It provides with a full range of services, attains domestic top-class standard and has rich experience in trade. The hall deals with various events and provides the exhibitors as well as the visitors with the best kind of a venue. Total capacity : persons Amphitheatre capacity : 2800 persons The best of Panama, its you ! CAST Central America Phone: +(506) (506) Fax: +(506)