La Iglesia de La Merced

The construction of Iglesia de la Merced dates back 1680 and the beautiful baroque facade was brought over stone by stone from Panamá Vieja, the original city center founded by the Spaniards. It is best viewed and photographed in the late afternoon when the sun sparkles of the white bell towers and tiny chapels.

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Casco Viejo is the historic district and cultural gem of Panama City. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, Casco Viejo was established around 1673 by the Spanish colonialists, the Catholic Church, and other settlers. Historically one of the richest and most densely... Read More »