Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan)
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan)
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitan)
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Built between 1688 and 1796, this is a magnificent example of the religious colonial architecture of Panama.
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FTichy
Celebration, FL2,510 contributions
Feb 2020
When visiting Casco Viejo the Catedral is a major attraction.
Located in the Cathedral Plaza, it has been nicely restored.
The interior is not as elaborate as some cathedrals in Europe, but it's very nice.
It's nice to hang out in the area and visit the cathedral.
Worth a visit, will not disappoint.
Located in the Cathedral Plaza, it has been nicely restored.
The interior is not as elaborate as some cathedrals in Europe, but it's very nice.
It's nice to hang out in the area and visit the cathedral.
Worth a visit, will not disappoint.
Written March 15, 2020
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TravelingSoccerLoon
Saint Paul, MN3,188 contributions
Oct 2021
Located in the center of the historic and beautiful Casco Viejo. The exterior of the Cathedral and it's location at the Plaza de la Independencia is more interesting than the interior. However, free admission and definitely worth a look inside.
Written May 19, 2022
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jsthouston
Houston, TX6,192 contributions
Feb 2012 • Couples
This structure is something of a mess with rotting wood and pigeon droppings inside and out. It looks far better at a distance and while I did not find it different that many churches I have visited in Latin America it is a shame it has been allowed to fall into such disrepair. On the other hand the square on which it sits has many nicely restored buildings and the canal museum on that square is well worth a visit.
Written February 10, 2012
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Audibear1
Granger, IN58 contributions
Jan 2020
I love going in old churches and cathedrals. This one you should see in Panama City it’s located in the old city area
Written February 12, 2020
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Ricardo B
Miami, FL2,968 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
With so many colonial churches and cathedrals across Latin America this one in my opinion in nowhere near the best but it is interesting enough to warrant a visit, specially because the location in the old town
Written July 26, 2019
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ntflady
San Marcos, CA659 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
While in the old town area we stopped at this location for a short lecture on it's history. It is a beautiful photo location.
Written April 16, 2017
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Ken R
California50 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
Cool on a hot summer Sunday and less than one minute after seeking respite for the soul, we also avoided a tropical deluge. Historic cathedral full of art and atmosphere.
Written August 22, 2016
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TravelOctopusCo
Los Angeles, CA781 contributions
Jan 2016 • Couples
I've never been into a cathedral/church that uses its whole foyer as a museum to present information on how their religion is correct. It was actually titled "Evidence" ... on one hand it made it a more interesting stop than just seeing the architecture and altar but on the other hand "evidence" might be the wrong word. To each their own - still a pretty building and a great plaza at the heart of casco
Written January 10, 2016
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Laupa28
Panama City, Panama15 contributions
Nov 2012
It is very very sad to see how the government does nothing to keep this beautiful and historic place standing and in perfect conditions... Such an important place is falling apart... IT NEED HELP!!!!
Written November 26, 2012
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LILMOTTA
PANAMA91 contributions
It is amazing how spanish moved the front of this Cathedral from the first Panama "Old Panama". It tooks more than 100yrs to finish it.
Written February 13, 2012
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janahall
Paradise, CA
Can anyone please tell me the mass times for Saturday evening and Sunday morning? Thank you!
StoufferJax
Jacksonville, Florida31 contributions
Is the cathedral open for services on Sunday?
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