Costa del Este (East Coast), Panama City
The East Coast (Costa del Este) is a neighborhood in Panama City, situated in the Juan Díaz township, adjacent to Lefevre Park (Parque Lefevre). This area is renowned for its sophisticated infrastructure, including underground wiring, gated residential zones, and a dedicated wastewater treatment facility. Since its introduction in 1995, the East Coast has evolved into one of Panama City's most significant real estate developments, spanning over 310 hectares.
The neighborhood is noted for its dynamic construction of skyscrapers and modern architectural styles. Part of the East Coast, previously known as the "Vertedero de Panamá Viejo" (Old Panama Landfill), has been transformed from a neglected landfill into a thriving Industrial Park. This transformation involved the innovative use of land reclaimed from deposits made during the construction of the Panama Canal. Additionally, areas that were once covered with mangroves and jungle have been developed into residential and commercial sectors through extensive land reclamation, using millions of tons of earth and rock sourced from nearby regions like Villa Guadalupe.
Today, the East Coast stands as the second-most valued area for residential projects in Panama City, trailing only behind the illustrious Balboa Avenue. This neighborhood exemplifies a unique blend of modernity and meticulous urban planning, making it a distinctive and desirable location within Panama's capital.
The neighborhood is noted for its dynamic construction of skyscrapers and modern architectural styles. Part of the East Coast, previously known as the "Vertedero de Panamá Viejo" (Old Panama Landfill), has been transformed from a neglected landfill into a thriving Industrial Park. This transformation involved the innovative use of land reclaimed from deposits made during the construction of the Panama Canal. Additionally, areas that were once covered with mangroves and jungle have been developed into residential and commercial sectors through extensive land reclamation, using millions of tons of earth and rock sourced from nearby regions like Villa Guadalupe.
Today, the East Coast stands as the second-most valued area for residential projects in Panama City, trailing only behind the illustrious Balboa Avenue. This neighborhood exemplifies a unique blend of modernity and meticulous urban planning, making it a distinctive and desirable location within Panama's capital.
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Costa del Este (East Coast) on Map
Sight Name: Costa del Este (East Coast)
Sight Location: Panama City, Panama (See walking tours in Panama City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Panama City, Panama (See walking tours in Panama City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Panama City, Panama
Create Your Own Walk in Panama City
Creating your own self-guided walk in Panama City is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Old Town Walking Tour
Casco Antiguo, also known as Casco Viejo, is the fabulous old city of Panama. UNESCO has recognized the old city's cultural and architectural importance and listed Old Town as a World Heritage Site.
Spain founded Panama City in 1519. In 1671, pirate Henry Morgan destroyed the original city. In 1674 Spanish conquistador Alonso Mercado de Villacorta rebuilt Casco Viejo five miles south of... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Spain founded Panama City in 1519. In 1671, pirate Henry Morgan destroyed the original city. In 1674 Spanish conquistador Alonso Mercado de Villacorta rebuilt Casco Viejo five miles south of... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Historical Churches Tour
Caught between the lush green mountains and the ocean, the capital of Panama is a concentration of colors and styles. The evidence of Spanish influence is still vivid in the colonial landmarks, especially religious sites.
For centuries, colonial religious architecture has played an important role in the configuration of the urban layout of Panama City. By the 17th century, convents had an... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles
For centuries, colonial religious architecture has played an important role in the configuration of the urban layout of Panama City. By the 17th century, convents had an... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.0 Km or 0.6 Miles