Separating North and South America is the country of Panama, a strip of land  bordered by Costa Rica and Columbia, and a canal, bordered by the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean.
The country is one of great dichotomy, with most people living in Panama City and Colon (on each side of the canal), and a large portion of the country left uninhabited.   You can get a glimpse of ruins and primitive culture, while still being in a major financial and commercial city.  There are deserted islands and skyscrapers, uninhabited regions and modern amenities.  A visit to Panama is a visit to the …read more

 
Location: Isla Iguana (Iguana Island)
Destination: Azuero Peninsula
Country: Panama
Year Taken: 2007
Photographer: Scott Ableman
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Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge is located off the southern peninsula of Panama.
The U.S. Army used the island as an artillery and bombing range during World War II.  Today it is home to black and green iguanas, boa constrictors and thousands of marine birds, such as the red throated frigates.  The famous male frigates fill their bright red throat pouches with air in a colorful display and squawk loudly to attract females. 
 
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Location: Miraflores Locks
Destination: Panama Canal
Country: Panama
Year Taken: 2007
Photographer: Scott Ableman
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The 50 mile long Panama Canal has three sets of locks, including the Miraflores Locks, pictured here.  The locks connect several man-made lakes and a natural river.  These locks are located nearest the Pacific Ocean are the first set after passing under the Bridge of the Americas.
Ships are assessed a toll for using the locks, based on ship length, the type of ship, as well as the type of cargo onboard.  The average toll is around $55,000, with the highest toll recorded for a cruise ship …read more