Travel guide - Panama | Lonely Planet (French)

A practical guide to Panama with suggested itineraries, practical information, photos and addresses.

Bordered by the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, Panama intrigues with its unique geography and legendary canal. It boasts a rainforest and exotic wildlife, as well as hundreds of islands and islets fringed with white sand. Add to that vibrant traditions, renowned cuisine, and a modern, cosmopolitan capital... A destination to discover with this Lonely Planet guide!

A complete guide to discovering this small country at the crossroads of the Americas, where North meets South, while East and West meet on the legendary canal.
All the major sites deciphered: the titanic Panama Canal to be discovered at the Miraflores Locks or from Lake Gatun (Lago Gatun); the Casco Viejo of Panama City, a historic district with colonial buildings; the idyllic islets of the Guna Yala region on the Caribbean coast; the underwater world of Coiba National Park, bathed by a crystal-clear Pacific Ocean.
All the essential experiences of a trip to Panama: relaxing on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world; hiking in the heart of the rainforest; surfing the Pacific waves; admiring the exotic flora and fauna...
A focus on Panamanian cuisine, one of the most renowned in the Americas.
Focuses on the country's history and its mixed culture.
Numerous itinerary and route ideas to help the traveler make the most of their stay.
All the practical information and numerous maps to help you get organized.