Ancon Hill (Panama City)

Panama / Ancyn / Panama City
 park, hill, historic landmark
The hill, which rises 654 feet from the bay at its foot, has been a key geographical reference point in Panama for nearly 400 years. This is due to its proximity to Panama City and its commanding 360-degree view encompassing the Pacific ocean approach to the Isthmus of Panama and the Panamanian hinterland seven to ten miles to the west, east, and north. From the top of the hill there is a view that cannot be equaled on the isthmus overlooking the mouth of the Panama Canal and the city.

Site of Quarry Heights. Designated 22 December 1919.

Formerly home of the Headquarters, Panama Canal Department from 1920 to 1941 and the Special Troops, Panama Canal Divison from 1922 to 1932.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancon_Hill
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Coordinates:   8°57'27"N   79°32'54"W
This article was last modified 12 years ago