Colón

Envision Panama’s rich colonial past. This is how Panama began in 1510. Explore the ruins of several sixteenth century fortifications at the historic town of Portobelo. Be sure to visit Fort san Lorenzo as well. There, rusting cannons still point at the sea, waiting for the English pirates to return. Colon offers a great vantage point for watching the Panama Canal in action. The Gatun locks are the largest on the Canal, and the Gatun earthen dam was once the largest in the world.