Panama
The place to come!
By: Nick Roschli
Major City's
The capital of Panama is Panama City. Some major city's are San Miguelito, Tocumen, Davis, and Arriján.
History
Panama was colonized by Spain but the people saw what happened in Hati, France, and the United States so the rebelled and gained independence on Nov.18 1821. Later Columbia took control of Panama but the citizens rebelled again. Panama was again independent on Nov.3 1903.
The national language of Panama is Spanish and their flag has 2 stars, a red and a blue. Blue representing their government and the red symbolizing honesty and truth.
Geography
Panama is located south east of Costa Rica and north west of Columbia. Land forms in Panama consist of rain forests, forests, mountains, and over 500 rivers!
Goverment
Panama is a democracy and the president right now is Juan Carlos Varela. Their currency is the Balba and the American dollar. Also Panama is a socialist country.
Why You Should Visit
Native Culture And Foods
Some people still live like their ancestors and make different foods and ceremonies.
Historic Cites-Portabelo
Portabelo was a Spanish fort that was attacked by an English buccaneer named Sir Francis Drake. The fort still has the same cannons from the battle but the fort is partially broken.
Native Rain Forests And Animals
You can go into the wild and see Three-toed sloths, Capuchin Monkeys, and Crocodiles all living in their natural habitat.