PORTOBELO, Panama -- Thousands gather in the streets of Portobelo, 80 km (50 miles) north of Panama City, Panama, following the statue of the Black Christ this past week on its feast day. This three century old celebration comes from the...

...silver from the Americas passed before being transported to Europe. Explore the cannons and the lush green Spanish fortress in Portobelo. - Bocas del Toro offers scuba diving and national parks for trekking. - Baru volcano is Panama's highest point at 11...