Causeway Islands, Recreational area at Panama Canal entrance, Panama
The Causeway Islands consist of four connected islands stretching 6 kilometers into the Pacific Ocean at the southern entrance of the Panama Canal.
The islands were formed using rocks excavated during the Panama Canal construction from 1904 to 1914, serving as a protective breakwater for the canal entrance.
The area features the Frank Gehry-designed Biomuseo, which presents Panama's natural history through eight galleries of permanent exhibitions.
Visitors can rent bicycles, electric scooters, kayaks, or paddleboards to explore the causeway, which includes designated paths for various activities.
The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute operates the Punta Culebra Nature Center on Naos Island, studying marine ecosystems in both oceans.
Location: Panama City
GPS coordinates: 8.91300,-79.52500
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:28
Panama features a variety of photographic settings, from the colonial district of Casco Viejo to the fine sandy beaches of the San Blas Islands. Panama City combines historic heritage and modern architecture, including Frank Gehry's Biomuseo and the Miraflores locks that showcase canal engineering. Walks such as Cinta Costera or Amador Causeway offer views over the bay and the city skyline. Beyond the city, the country reveals rich and accessible nature. The Baru volcano rises over 3400 meters in Chiriquí province, while the Bocas del Toro archipelago hosts secluded beaches with turquoise waters. Tropical forests, marine reserves, and mountain trails complete this landscape diversity, making Panama a full photographic destination between the Atlantic and Pacific.
Panama City combines Spanish colonial architecture with modern urban design. Visitors can explore 16th-century ruins at Panama Viejo, walk through Casco Viejo's historic streets, and discover tropical forests at Metropolitan National Park. The city features waterfront boulevards, cultural venues, and architectural landmarks like the Frank Gehry-designed Biodiversity Museum. Urban parks and traditional markets complement the historical sites, while Ancon Hill provides city views.
Biomuseo
3 km
Las Bóvedas
4.1 km
Fort Amador
3.7 km
Panama Canal Museum
4.5 km
Iglesia de San José
4.4 km
Municipal Palace of Panama
4.5 km
Marine Exhibition Center of Punta Culebra
418 m
Ministry of Government and Justice
4.5 km
Anita Villalaz Theatre
4.2 km
Panama History Museum
4.5 km
Centro de Exhibiciones Marinas
445 m
Mausoleo al General Omar Torrijos Herrera y área circundante
3.9 km
Arco Chato
4.4 km
Corregimiento San Felipe
4.2 km
Palacio del Ministerio de Cultura (Former Justice Palace)
4.2 km
Antiguas oficinas de la Estrella de Panamá
4.4 km
Casa La Legación
4.5 km
Paseo Esteban Huertas
4.3 km
Convento de la Compañía de Jesús
4.5 km
Mansión Calvo
4.4 km
Plaza de Francia, Panama City
4.1 km
Convento de Santo Domingo
4.4 km
Casa Testa
4.4 km
Mansión Obarrio
4.4 km
Casa Góngora
4.5 km
Former Duque Residence (Casa Art Decó)
4.4 km
Las Bóvedas
4.1 km
Casa del Soldado de la Independencia
4.3 kmReviews
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