The Customs House was built in 1637 to store the king's gold before shipment to Spain. The town of Portobelo was founded in 1597 as a shipping point
The Customs House was built in 1637 to store the king's gold before shipment to Spain. The town of Portobelo was founded in 1597 as a shipping point for Spanish treasure. The harbor was protected by five Spanish forts. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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