- Address: Av. Eloy Alfaro, Panamá
- Phone: +5075279600
- Website: presidencia.gob.pa
The main attraction of the oldest region of Panama, Casco Viejo , is the Presidential Palace (Palacio de las Garzas). Translated from the Spanish Palacio de las Garzas sounds like "The Palace of the Tzar". Such an unusual name the palace wears since 1922, when President Porras settled in the Andalusian court of the birds given to him.
Sightseeing tour
The Presidential Palace in Panama has a long history, which began in the distant 1673 with the construction of a small one-story building. At various times it was used as the home of the Spanish governor, the tax inspection, the customs, the bank and even the school. In 1872 after the global reconstruction works the building was reopened. From now on it served as a residence for the president of Panama. However, the reconstruction of the palace did not end there. The building acquired its usual image in 1922 after extensive restoration work, which was headed by an architect from Peru, Leonardo Villanueva-Meyer.
Presidential Palace today
Today, the Presidential Palace of Panama is a magnificent example of architecture. The building has a unique Moorish hall, as well as many other rooms that deserve no less attention to visitors. One of the most famous halls of the Presidential Palace is the so-called "Yellow Room" or, as it is still called, "Salon Amarillo." It is used for all official ceremonies, celebrations and meetings. No less interesting is the "Salon de Los Tamarillos" - a huge dining room, whose walls were painted by artist Roberto Lewis. Another interesting hall is the Salon Morisco. It was equipped in 1922 and is considered a great monument of architects of Spain and Panama.
Helpful information
Despite the fact that the Presidential Palace of Panama is the official state institution in which important business meetings take place and the president of the country works, his visit is allowed to tourists. You can enter the palace only as part of the excursion group and only by appointment. Free admission.
How to get there?
The Presidential Palace of Panama is located in the historic city of Panama . You can get to the sights in various ways. If you like walking and have at least an hour of free time, then go along Calle 5 a Este, which intersects with Ela Alfaro. Not far from the confluence of roads is this building. Time lovers can rent a car and go to the coordinates: 8.953966 ° N, 79.534364 ° W, which will bring to the right place. And the easiest way is to book a taxi.
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