- Address: Panama, Casa Viejo, the central square
- Phone: (507) 211-1649 / 50
- Website: museodelcanal.com
The Republic of Panama , perhaps, would never have gained such worldwide fame, had it not been for the construction and successful exploitation of the Panama Canal . And even in our time, the channel for many is the eighth wonder of the world. Therefore, it is not surprising that in the capital of a small country known as Panama, there is the Museum of the Panama Canal Museum (Panama Canal Museum).
What is interesting about the museum?
An important fact is that the museum was founded as a non-profit and non-profit organization. Since 1997, its exhibitions are host to thousands of tourists who came to the country to get acquainted with the channel. They are invited to plunge into the construction of the canal from the very first attempt and until the transfer of control to the authorities of Panama.
The museum's exposition and storage facilities are located on three floors. Collection of items - it's posters, streamers, many photographs of that era, sketches and sketches, bonds of companies and even medals. In one of the halls you will be shown an unusual film shot on the nose of the ship and dedicated to the passage of the channel. Several rooms are reserved for everyday life and engineering during the construction period: samples of clothing, work tools, telephone sets and even soil samples are collected here.
Museum building
It is interesting that the building itself, where the museum was located, is also a witness of the grandiose project, after all it was built in 1874. Once here was the headquarters of the French, and later American company, which built the Panama Canal. The building of the museum has been restored many times, and it was transferred to the museum's management in good condition.
The total area of all exhibitions is more than 4000 sq.m. The administration of the museum cooperates with many famous museums of the world.
How to get to the Museum of the Panama Canal?
This object of culture is located in the capital of Panama , in the historic part of the city. Prior to the Panama Viejo area, you easily get on any bus, often tourists use and taxi. Further on the historical center it is possible to move only on foot. Your way lies along the embankment, you have to go about 4 km.
The museum is open daily, except Tuesday, from 9:00 to 17:00. The entrance ticket costs 2 dollars, for students - 0.75. If the purpose of your visit is still the channel itself, it is easier to pay a full excursion in the amount of $ 15. The ticket price includes visiting the museum, watching a film of your choice (English or Spanish) and visiting the observation platforms of the Miraflores lock .
Additionally, you can purchase an audio guide in English.
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