Casco Viejo, Panama City’s Old Quarter
Embark on a journey through time in the heart of Panama City, where every street tells a tale – welcome to the enchanting world of Casco Viejo. Nestled in the historic San Felipe district, this gem is better known as the ‘old town’ or ‘old quarter,’ a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site that whispers secrets from centuries past. Picture this: August 1670, Captain Henry Morgan, a dashing Welsh pirate, set sail with a fleet of 36 ships and nearly 2,000 buccaneers to conquer Panamá, a crown jewel in Spain’s American empire. Crossing the Isthmus of Panama, he[...]
Embark on a journey through time in the heart of Panama City, where every street tells a tale – welcome to the enchanting world of Casco Viejo. Nestled in[...]