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Panama Collection (#46)

"Panama: The Kiss of the Oceans - Where Atlantic Meets Pacific" Discover the mesmerizing beauty and rich history of Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: Gates in East Chamber, Gatim Locks, Panama Canal

Gates in East Chamber, Gatim Locks, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: A view of Culebra Cut, Looking South, Panama Canal

A view of Culebra Cut, Looking South, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Centre and West Walls

Centre and West Walls, lower locks, Miraflores, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Harbour Scene, Panama City, Panama

Harbour Scene, Panama City, Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: Birds eye view of Culebra Cut

Birds eye view of Culebra Cut, looking North, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Ancient Spanish Bridge at Old Panama

Ancient Spanish Bridge at Old Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: A street in Panama

A street in Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: Caissons, Centre wall, Miraflores locks, Panama Canal

Caissons, Centre wall, Miraflores locks, Panama Canal Date: C. 1910

Background imagePanama Collection: Outlet of the Spillway, Gatun Dam, Panama Canal

Outlet of the Spillway, Gatun Dam, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Hydraulic drills at work on Culebra Cut

Hydraulic drills at work on Culebra Cut, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Gates under construction

Gates under construction, East chamber, Gatun locks, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Birds eye view of Panama City

Birds eye view of Panama City with National Institute in the left foreground, 1900s

Background imagePanama Collection: View of all the Gates in West Chamber

View of all the Gates in West Chamber, Gatun Locks, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Lighthouses at Balboa

Lighthouses at Balboa, Pacific entrance to the Panama canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Upper and lower locks, showing chamber cranes

Upper and lower locks, showing chamber cranes, Miraflores, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: The Cathedral, oldest building in Panama

The Cathedral, oldest building in Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: West Chamber, looking South

West Chamber, looking South, Miraflores Locks, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Sand cranes at Balboa, Panama Canal

Sand cranes at Balboa, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: An angle in the Canal at Empire, Panama Canal

An angle in the Canal at Empire, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Unloading Concrete, Panama Canal

Unloading Concrete, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Ruins of Old Panama

Ruins of Old Panama destroyed by Morgan 250 Years ago

Background imagePanama Collection: Middle and Lower Locks, Gatun, Panama Canal

Middle and Lower Locks, Gatun, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Church at Nata

Church at Nata, oldest in the republic of Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: Construction of the Panama Canal

Construction of the Panama Canal
View from the top of Bas Obispo Cut, Looking South, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama Canal

Panama Canal
Location for permanent docks at Balboa, Panama Canal

Background imagePanama Collection: South of France - Gents and their car

South of France - Gents and their car
Two very smartly-attired Gentleman, ready to wow the ladies of the French Riviera, stand alongside their motor car

Background imagePanama Collection: Diablo Island (Niatupu), San Blas Islands, Caribbean Sea, Panama, Central America

Diablo Island (Niatupu), San Blas Islands, Caribbean Sea, Panama, Central America

Background imagePanama Collection: Sandy beach with Diablo Island (Niatupu) in background, San Blas Islands

Sandy beach with Diablo Island (Niatupu) in background, San Blas Islands, Caribbean Sea, Panama, Central America

Background imagePanama Collection: Palm trees and thatch huts on Diablo Island seen from the beach on Dog Island

Palm trees and thatch huts on Diablo Island seen from the beach on Dog Island, San Blas Islands, Panama, Central America

Background imagePanama Collection: Diablo Island (Niatupu) in San Blas Islands seen from the beach of Dog Island

Diablo Island (Niatupu) in San Blas Islands seen from the beach of Dog Island, Caribbean Sea, Panama, Central America

Background imagePanama Collection: Sandy beach and palm trees on Dog Island, San Blas Islands, Panama, Central America

Sandy beach and palm trees on Dog Island, San Blas Islands, Panama, Central America

Background imagePanama Collection: Beach and palm trees on Dog Island in the San Blas Islands, Panama, Central America

Beach and palm trees on Dog Island in the San Blas Islands, Panama, Central America

Background imagePanama Collection: Islands in the San Blas archipelago in the Caribbean Sea, seen through palm trees on Dog Island

Islands in the San Blas archipelago in the Caribbean Sea, seen through palm trees on Dog Island, Panama, Central America

Background imagePanama Collection: Ancient bridge on road to old Panama

Ancient bridge on road to old Panama
A man on horseback atop an ancient bridge on the road to Old Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: Marriage Custom, Panama

Marriage Custom, Panama
Neighbours clear the ground where the newly-weds will make their home

Background imagePanama Collection: Marriage Ceremony, Panama

Marriage Ceremony, Panama
Marriage ceremony among the natives of Panama - gifts are offered, music and dancing, as the veiled bride is presented to the groom

Background imagePanama Collection: Womens Wartime Fashion, 1940

Womens Wartime Fashion, 1940
Illustration showing a yellow paper panama trimmed with a green velvet ribbon. The design was decorated with various types of fruit and flowers

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama Canal Map 1890

Panama Canal Map 1890
Map of the Canal : note that the Atlantic is on the left, the Pacific on the right, because the canal actually runs from NW to SE - Panama is east of Colon

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama City / End 19C

Panama City / End 19C
Panama City: viewed across the water

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama / Nombre De Dios

Panama / Nombre De Dios
A view of the coast of Panama at the time of the Scottish Darien expedition

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama Portobelo

Panama Portobelo
Portobelo, on the northern coast of Panama, viewed from the sea

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama Colon

Panama Colon
(aka Aspinwall) The United States Mail Steam- ship Companys offices

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama Taboga

Panama Taboga
Taboga, a small island in the Bay of Panama

Background imagePanama Collection: Panama Panama City

Panama Panama City
General view of Panama City

Background imagePanama Collection: John Milton Hay

John Milton Hay
JOHN MILTON HAY American diplomat and writer; private secretary to Abraham Lincoln (1861-65). Negotiated Panama Canal construction

Background imagePanama Collection: Empress of Britain

Empress of Britain
Built on the Clyde for the Canadian Pacific Line and launched in 1930. Seen here passing through the Panama Canal during a world cruise

Background imagePanama Collection: Dryden / Menswear / 202

Dryden / Menswear / 202
Fashions for men: Formal, casual and sporty looks: evening dress with black tie, suit with double- breasted jacket, panama hat, knitted vest & flannel shorts

Background imagePanama Collection: Lesseps and Engineers

Lesseps and Engineers
Ferdinand de Lesseps with his team of engineers during the early days of the French project, which collapses for financial and other reasons




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"Panama: The Kiss of the Oceans - Where Atlantic Meets Pacific" Discover the mesmerizing beauty and rich history of Panama, a country that holds the key to connecting two great oceans. At the heart of this enchanting land lies the world-famous Panama Canal, often referred to as the "Bridge of the Americas. " Witnessing colossal ships navigate through Pedro Miguel Locks is an awe-inspiring sight that showcases human engineering marvel. Beyond its iconic canal, Panama boasts a tapestry of cultural treasures. Immerse yourself in Balboa, a vibrant city pulsating with energy and charm. Explore Central America's hidden gem as you wander through Cristobal's streets adorned with traditional Kuna Indian molas – intricate textiles reflecting indigenous artistry. Panama's allure extends beyond its borders. Admire stunning landscapes reminiscent of New Zealand travel posters in Gamboa within Soberania National Park. Encounter majestic creatures like the Harpy Eagle, whose portrait captures nature's magnificence in this biodiverse paradise. Travel back in time to witness Caribbean islands thriving during 1870s when trade flourished amidst turquoise waters and golden shores. Marvel at vintage maps depicting how Panama has evolved since 1864 – from humble beginnings to becoming a global transportation hub where canals intertwine with progress. As night falls over Panama City's skyline, be captivated by its modernity juxtaposed against historical remnants. This bustling metropolis embraces both tradition and innovation while offering endless opportunities for exploration. Let your imagination soar as you embark on an unforgettable journey through Panama – a land where oceans unite, cultures converge, and natural wonders abound.