Panama, the southernmost of the Central American nations. It is located to the south of Costa Rica and to the north of Colombia. Panama is bounded to the north by the Caribbean Sea and to the south by the Pacific Ocean.

A central spine of mountain ranges extends almost the entire length of Panama. There are extensive forests in the fertile Caribbean facing slopes.

The tropical nation is renowned as the site of the Panama Canal, allowing passage from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea.

The country has a lot to offer from clear turquoise seas and white sand beaches to its diverse plant and animal life to its vibrant music and culture.