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Panama City, which is the capital of Panama, is the largest city in the country. Because of being the capital city, it is the most active city in terms of particularly politics, tourism, economy, culture and art. It is located at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal. The name of the city means "abundance of butterflies" in local language. The city, established in 1519, is famous for its stone buildings, narrow streets, museums and skyscrapers in addition to the Panama Canal. History and modernity live together in the city. The city is also famous for the “Panama Hat”. Although, it was originally unique to Ecuador, the Panama Hat was imported from Ecuador in those years to in order that workers could wear while working in the Panama Canal. This hat in various colors and models has become to be known with the name 'Panama' in the course of time.

The Panama Canal is one of the rare examples that can be given in the world regarding how human power can change the nature. The project, which started in 1880 and ended in 1914 and covered an excavation of 80 km hill and forested land, also witnessed many tragedies. About 30,000 workers lost their lives during the construction of the canal. The channel is one of the most important wheels of the country's economy. Bella Vista, having the characteristics of classic marketplace, is the focus of interest for tourists wanting to buy Panama products. Casco Viejo (Old City) drawing attention with its colonial style architecture, Independence Square, Opera House, French Square, Bovedas Canal Entrance and Colonial Religious Art Museum are the main places to visit in the city. Biomuseo (also known as “The Biodiversity Museum”) designed by the famous architect Frank Gehry is candidate for being the city's new symbol. Panama City is the unique capital city of the world where rainforests are located in the city. The climate is warm and moderate. Tocumen International Airport is 24 km to the city center.