Location Panama is located in the center of the American continent, dividing it into two. To the east is bordered by Colombia and the West with Costa Rica. Isthmus forms a natural bridge 80 kilometers wide at its narrowest part joining the North Atlantic Ocean, with the Pacific Ocean.
Climate
100 percent is tropical with temperatures ranging between 26 and 30 ° Celsius throughout the year. There are two seasons, one dry with brilliant sunshine from December to April and a rainy season from May to November. You can also enjoy temperatures of 12 and 15 degrees Celsius in the highlands of Chiriqui Province, near the border with Costa Rica. Also in the Valle de Anton and Cerro Azul to half an hour and 40 minutes from downtown Panama City respectively.
Good News! Panama is located south of the hurricane zone and is generally not affected by these storms.
100 percent is tropical with temperatures ranging between 26 and 30 ° Celsius throughout the year. There are two seasons, one dry with brilliant sunshine from December to April and a rainy season from May to November. You can also enjoy temperatures of 12 and 15 degrees Celsius in the highlands of Chiriqui Province, near the border with Costa Rica. Also in the Valle de Anton and Cerro Azul to half an hour and 40 minutes from downtown Panama City respectively.
Good News! Panama is located south of the hurricane zone and is generally not affected by these storms.
Language
The official language is Spanish but much of the population speaks English fluently.
The official language is Spanish but much of the population speaks English fluently.
Currency and banksThe official currency is the Balboa (B /.) that is permanently at par with the U.S. dollar which is legal use throughout the country. The balboa is divided into 100 cents, which equals 50 half-dollar, 25 a quarter, 10 to one tenth of a dollar and 5 cents a five.
The banks are open to the public from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday through Friday and some until 6:00 pm, and Saturday from 9:00 pm to 12:00 m, are located throughout Panama City and some with branches inside the country. The credit cards VISA, American Express, Master Card and Diner Club are accepted at most businesses.
Transport
The transfer from the Tocumen International Airport to downtown Panama City can be made using the transportation service resort that offers two rates: a special $ 20.00 per person with a maximum of two passengers and a collective $ 24.00 with a maximum three people. Local transport has a system of bus routes and taxis that circulate throughout the capital. The taxi fares vary depending on where you want to move and do not exceed $ 2.00. Outlying areas can cost up to $ 10.00 .. The foreign license is valid for 90 days. International transport is excellent since coming to Panama major navigation routes in the world.
The transfer from the Tocumen International Airport to downtown Panama City can be made using the transportation service resort that offers two rates: a special $ 20.00 per person with a maximum of two passengers and a collective $ 24.00 with a maximum three people. Local transport has a system of bus routes and taxis that circulate throughout the capital. The taxi fares vary depending on where you want to move and do not exceed $ 2.00. Outlying areas can cost up to $ 10.00 .. The foreign license is valid for 90 days. International transport is excellent since coming to Panama major navigation routes in the world.
Immigration requirements
Is required a valid passport and visa or tourist card. Visitors from the European Community (except Great Britain, Germany, Switzerland, Holland and Spain), Canada and Latin American countries (except Costa Rica and Honduras) paid $ 10 for the visa. Tourist Card can be obtained in the airline or Migrating to reach the Tocumen International Airport, remain valid for 30 days and can get an extension in the Immigration and Naturalization in Panama City for two additional months by the application 7 days before the expiry of the first 30 days.
Is required a valid passport and visa or tourist card. Visitors from the European Community (except Great Britain, Germany, Switzerland, Holland and Spain), Canada and Latin American countries (except Costa Rica and Honduras) paid $ 10 for the visa. Tourist Card can be obtained in the airline or Migrating to reach the Tocumen International Airport, remain valid for 30 days and can get an extension in the Immigration and Naturalization in Panama City for two additional months by the application 7 days before the expiry of the first 30 days.
Tourist Information
The Panamanian Tourism Institute (IPAT) is the Official Tourism Agency of the Republic and is based in the Convention Center on Avenida ATLAPA Israel.
For more information contact:
Mr. Ruben Blades
General Manager
Apartado Postal 4421, Zona 5 Panama
Phone: (507) 226-7000 Fax: (507) 226-3684
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday
The Panamanian Tourism Institute (IPAT) is the Official Tourism Agency of the Republic and is based in the Convention Center on Avenida ATLAPA Israel.
For more information contact:
Mr. Ruben Blades
General Manager
Apartado Postal 4421, Zona 5 Panama
Phone: (507) 226-7000 Fax: (507) 226-3684
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday
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