Transit the Panama Canal: Pacific → Atlantic (Full Cruise Experience)
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The Panama canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the narrow Isthmus of Panama
It is one of the most strategic artificial waterways in the world the other being the Suez Canal
The locks operate by gravity flow of water from gatun Allah hula Emira Flores Lakes which are fed by Rivers
This is where you come if you want to watch the ships transiting the Panama Canal
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https://www.TravelsWithSheila.com October 10, 2022 - The idea of a water passage across the isthmus of Panama from the Atlantic- Pacific Oceans dates back to at least the 1500s, and is a 50 mile stretch engineering marvel. But I certainly didn't stand outside to watch the entire 12 hour transit. Fridtjof Nansen broadcast information about the most interesting parts; Gatun Locks, Lake Gamboa, Miraflores Locks, Bridge of Americas and that was enough for me. Please don't forget to Share, Like and Subscribe! Thanks.