Casco Viejo Travel Guide

Panama City's Spanish past, on display

Though it may seem like Panama City is rushing into modernity, Casco Viejo is its true heart and soul, the firmly planted roots that will ensure that it never forgets its past. Dating back to the 1600's, the Spanish moved their city here because it was a more defensible position; located on a peninsula and surrounded by a massive wall, the Spanish ensured that the the sacking of Panama Viejo would be a once and only occurrence. Though Casco Viejo went into rapid decline once the city's elite left for other neighborhoods, it is currently in the throes of both restoration and gentrification. But the crumbling Spanish architecture and hollowed-out ruins are a major part of the charm. Walking around Casco Viejo is painfully romantic, but be careful - robberies are still common, so exercise caution and go during the day.

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