Casco Viejo, Colonial Charm with a Modern Twist

Panama
"The old town area is very beautiful."
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Neighborhood

Introduction

CASCO VIEJO is the old town of Panama. It used to be a chaotic and poor area full of ruins. Luckily, the government decided to renovate and transform it, making it vibrant again. In 2003, it was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site and became Panama's most famous tourist attraction. The area has many great hostels, making it a favorite among backpackers. Walking around the old town, you can admire the restored Spanish colonial architecture and discover the ruins, which outline the glorious period of the Spanish navy's rule in the 17th century. Similar to Havana's old town, CASCO VIEJO is a contradictory synthesis of decay and elegance.
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