| Panama Canal via the Panama Canal Railway |
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| Our first view of Colon, Panama. It was a rough ride there but well worth it! |
| [Panama is a] "country of Central America located on the Isthmus of Panama, the narrow bridge of land that connects North and South America. Embracing the isthmus and more than 1,600 islands which cuts through its midsection. It is equally well known for its natural beauty, for its diverse plant and animal life, including hundreds of bird and tree species, and for its vibrant music and culture." Britannica.com |
| A beautiful sight from our bus on the way to the train station |
| Sights Along The Way |
| A beautiful golf course that suffers perhaps from too much rain. |
| We followed the waterway all the way across to the Canal |
| Coming into the Lock at the Panama Canal |
| Miraflores Locks Built 1913 Panama Canal |
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| Notice the difference in the levels of water. The vehicle on the track pulls the ships. |
| Once the boats are inside the gates close in order to equalize the water. |
| The closest we got to Panama City |
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