Photos of Costa Rica & Panama


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Published: April 12th 2009
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Hi Everybody! Today is our last day in Panama. The airport is 15 miles out of town. We decided to move to a resort type hotel in that area since we have a very early flight tomorrow. Our hotel has several pools that are connected and a very tropical atmosphere. We went by the airport to check on our flight. I bought a few craft items there. They are my first purchases in this country. Guate... Read Full Entry



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Local BusLocal Bus
Local Bus

The local buses are used frequently and only cost 25 cents a ride.
Political SignsPolitical Signs
Political Signs

Panama City is plastered with political signs. They are everywhere.
Visitors´Center at the Panama CanalVisitors´Center at the Panama Canal
Visitors´Center at the Panama Canal

This is the best place to view ships transiting the canal. There are 6 locks. I accidentally typed 2 & 3 yesterday in my blog.
Ship Going Through a LockShip Going Through a Lock
Ship Going Through a Lock

Miraflores Locks at the Panama Canal
TugboatTugboat
Tugboat

The tugboats help to guide the ships as they move through the locks.
Locomotives at the CanalLocomotives at the Canal
Locomotives at the Canal

You can see the locomotive in front of the Miraflores Lock Building. It also helps to pull the ships through the canal.
Panama Canal TrainPanama Canal Train
Panama Canal Train

This train travels by the Panama Canal from Panama City to Colon - a distance of about 50 miles.
A Home in Panama CityA Home in Panama City
A Home in Panama City

This older home was located in the downtown area of Panama City.



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