Causeway Islands, Recreational area at Panama Canal entrance, Panama
The Causeway Islands are four connected islands extending into the Pacific Ocean at the southern entrance of the Panama Canal. The area features walking and cycling paths, parks with viewpoints, multiple museums, and research facilities.
The islands were created from rock excavated during the Panama Canal construction between 1904 and 1914. This material was used to build a breakwater that protects the canal entrance.
The area is home to the Biomuseo, a museum designed by architect Frank Gehry that showcases Panama's biodiversity and natural history through interactive galleries. It serves as a cultural hub where visitors learn about the country's ecosystems and wildlife.
The best way to explore is by bicycle or on foot, as the area has flat paths and clear signage throughout. You can also rent kayaks or paddleboards if you want to get out on the water and observe wildlife.
The Punta Culebra Nature Center on one of the islands is a research station run by the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute that studies marine life in both oceans. You can watch scientists at work and learn about ocean research in this working facility.
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