GATUN LOCK

PANAMA CANAL

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December 30th 2007
We reached the first set of locks in the Panama Canal around daybreak. It was raining as we entered the Gatun Locks. One of the beauties of having a balcony is that we can be outside and still be protected from the liquid sunshine. We sat on our porch, enjoying tea and berries from room service while marveling at the transiting operation of what is sometimes referred to as the “Eighth Wonder ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Panama » Panamá » Panama Canal

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With US backing, Panama seceded from Colombia in 1903 and promptly signed a treaty with the US allowing for the construction of a canal and US sovereignty over a strip of land on either side of the structure (the Panama Canal Zone). The Panama Canal ... ... read more