Sandwiched between both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea, Panama is home to one of the few places in the world where you can stand and see both the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean; a reward given to those who climb the 11,500-foot-high Volcan Baru, the highest point in the country. Panama sits on a continental divide, which makes it known for its central spine of Mountains and hills, called the Cordillera Central and serving as the backdrop for white sand beaches and crystal clear blue ocean water.
As a result of the government offering tax and price discounts to visitors, tourism in Panama began to significantly increase at the turn of the 21st century. In 2008, more than 1.1 million tourists flocked to Panama, a 13 percent increase from 2007, making it the busiest year on record for Panama tourism.
Many visitors come to the Soberania National Park, one of the most accessible rainforests in the world. Just 30 minutes north of metropolitan Panama City, the park offers 50,000 acres of lush rain forest home to more than 100 species of mammals, 120 species of reptiles and amphibians, and 500 species of birds. A trip to Soberania is safe and highly recommended by Bella Vista.
Before you travel to Panama, prep yourself by learning about proper documentation upon entering the country, safety, and accepted currency in the country nicknamed "The Crossroads of America."
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