Balboa, Terminal port city near Panama Canal, Panama.
Balboa is a port city near the Panama Canal featuring the Pacific Terminal, which connects directly to the canal itself. The facility includes dry docks and extensive container handling infrastructure for international maritime trade.
Balboa was developed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers during Panama Canal construction, transforming marshlands into an administrative center for the Canal Zone. This transformation marked the beginning of the region's modern port infrastructure.
The Panama Canal Administration Building in Balboa Heights displays large murals documenting the construction phases and engineering achievements of the canal project. These artworks tell the story of the engineering effort that shaped the region.
The multimodal terminal connects Balboa to Colón via the Panama Railway, offering both cargo and passenger services across the isthmus. Visitors should note that the facilities are optimized for international trade and are best explored during business hours.
A Navy very-low-frequency transmitting station near Balboa has operated since 1915, enabling communication with submarines at great depth. This historic facility often goes unnoticed, yet it remains one of the oldest still-active naval installations in the world.
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