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About Panama

Colon Free Zone

Only two-hour drive away from the capital Panama City there is the city of Colon. Here in 1948 was created the largest in terms of trade turnover (about 9-10 billion dollars counting import and re-export) in the Western Hemisphere and so far the second largest in the world after Hong Kong international free trade zone.…
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Panama City

Panama City was the first European Colonial town to be established on the Pacific coast. It was founded August 15, 1519 by Spanish colonizers. Later it was almost completely destroyed by devastating attacks of pirates. For example, in 1671 it was almost wiped out by infamous Henry Morgan. Since 1997 the remained ruins are protected…
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Why Panama?

Breathtaking diversity Tropical rainforest full of biological diversity – plants, animals, birds… Mesmerizing mountain views with a cooler climate, Caribbean beaches, exotic Indian culture, ultra-modern Panama City, historical sites and sightseeing, numerous spots for diving, rafting, golf, sport fishing, and finally, Panama Canal. All of that is Panama – an amazing country. (more…)
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