Panama Viejo and Casco Antiguo Tour

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Panama Viejo is the first Spanish settlement on the pacific side of Panama, and it was founded over 500 years ago. It is part of the world´s heritage site, the old Panama played an important key in the transfers of wealth in and out of the colony to Spain. The Panama Viejo ruins, tell the story of a past that was marked by the abondance of gold, silver sings of great prosperity and at the same time, its inhabitant had to defend themselves against the bloody attacks of mercenaries and pirates, willing to steal their treasures. Together with your tour guide start this half-day tour from Panama City, visit Panama Viejo, also known as the Old Panama, to learn about the hidden history reveals through its ruins and museum, traditions, people, and its relevancy as an archaeological site. Later Visit Casco Antiguo founded in the 17th century, this UNESCO site is located on the opposite side of the city. This walking tour is a tremendous opportunity to discover its monuments, the Independence Square, Cathedral, the golden altar, its infrastructures origin. The colonial town has been modernized but keeping its originality, it is one of the most visited places in Panama by both locals and tourists.