PANAMA CITY, Panama — A view out over the Port of Balboa and the entrance of the Panama Canal from the top of Ancon Hill. Ancon Hill is only 654-feet high but commands an impressive view out over the new and old sections of Panama City. With views out over both the Pacific Ocean and the entrance to the Panama Canal, the area was historically where the administration of the Panama Canal was centered and now has a mix of high-end residences and government departments.


Photograph by David Coleman. Ancon Hill in Panama City, Panama, offers a commanding view over the Port of Balboa and the entrance to the Panama Canal. Standing at 654 feet, this strategic hilltop provides panoramic vistas of both the old and new sections of Panama City, the Pacific Ocean, and the bustling maritime activities of the canal. Historically, Ancon Hill was the administrative center for the Panama Canal, a pivotal role reflected in the mix of high-end residences and government departments that now populate the area. The hill's elevation provides an ideal viewpoint for observing the operational dynamics of the Port of Balboa, one of the most significant ports in the region.


Size: 6706px × 4475px
Location: Ancon Hill, Panama City, Panama, Panama
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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