Archaeological Sites in Panama

Panamá Viejo and Casco Antiguo: The Colonial Foundations of Modern Panama

Panamá Viejo, founded in 1519, is a testament to Panama's rich colonial history. It is the oldest continuously occupied European settlement on the Pacific coast of the Americas. Panamá Viejo retains its historical significance as the foundation of modern Panama City despite enduring natural disasters, pirate attacks, and relocation. It forms a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the Historic District of Panama, Casco Antiguo.