Day 223 of Things To Do in Panama. Be with Book Worms! PANAMA INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR will take place August 15 - August 20th in Panama City at Atlapa Convention Center. This International cultural meeting brings together national and international writers and readers, where they can exchange and share knowledge through workshops, talks, recitals, drinks, colloquia, exhibitions and forums for journalists. In addition, it will feature literary works by authors from at least

Day 222 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Be Awed by the Aerial Acrobats of Panama! Prepare to be awed by the perfomance of Panamá Aérea, an international workshop for the creation, dissemination, and research of aerial dance in Panama. It's a project by aerialist Eleonora Dall'Asta, Artistic Director and founding member of La Tribu Performance Inc., the first contemporary circus group in Panama, which began from the passion to spread, share, deepen and innovate in everything r

Day 221 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Keep Your Eyes Out For A Harpy Eagle! The Harpy Eagle is Panama's National Bird. It is the largest and most powerful bird found in the lowland rainforests of Tropical America. It is the largest species of eagle and can have a wingspan of up to 2 meters or 6.5 feet. It's hind talon is 8-10 cm (3-4 inches) in length, the same size as a grizzly bear claw! In the wild they are a rare and magnificent wonder to see. The lifespan is estimated

Day 220 of 364 Things To Do in Panama. Read the Book "The Path Between The Seas"! This award winning book The Path Between The Seas written by master historian David McCullough chronicles the tragedy and triumph of the bold and brilliant engineering feet of the creation of the Panama Canal. It brings to life the astonishing engineering feats, the political power plays, tremendous medical accomplishments, heroic successes and tragic failures weaved in a comprehensive and c

Day 219 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Delight in Mamey Sapote Fruit! Mamey sapote is unique tropical fruit that you may not see often but has wonderful health benefits. They include strengthening the immune system and bones, improving heart health, stabilizing moods, aiding in weight loss efforts and more. The fruit is technically a berry. Some say it has a unique texture and taste that is a cross between a sweet potato, peach pumpkin and cantaloupe. It can be eaten raw, in

Day 218 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Feel the Adrenaline of Super Bike 2017! On Saturday August 12th and Sunday August 13th you can feel the excitement of the Third Valid of Super Bike 2017. Watch as each participant gives everything they have to take the victory and reach the championship. Come with your family and friends and experience all the adrenaline and excitement in the Panama International Circuit starting at 9:00 am at Camino a la Mendoza La Chorrera. Choose be

Day 217 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Enjoy the Spectacular Lightning Shows of Rainy Season! Panama's seasons are marked by changes in precipitation and humidity instead of changes in temperature. Dry season is hot and sunny and wet Season (May-December) means humid conditions and almost daily thunderstorms. with fantastic light shows, especially at night! Lightning is one of the oldest observed natural phenomena on earth. It can be seen in volcanic eruptions, extremely in

Day 216 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Visit the Interior Museums! Museums are always a great option of things to do and Panama has many. Check out these three fascinating places. MUSEO BELISARIO PORRAS, LAS TABLAS Opened on January 15, 1959, the Belisario Porras Museum has many items on display, including a magnificent portrait of Belisario Porras done in oils by Juan Manuel Cedeño in 1959. It shows him dressed in a tuxedo and wearing the presidential sash. He was Presiden

Day 215 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Attend the Wine & Beer Festival! The Panama Wine & Beer Festival 2017 is in town Thursday August 3rd and Friday, August 4th at the Megapolis Convention Center offering the best tasting wines, beer and cocktails. This is a unique event of its kind, where there will be a great variety of suppliers and specialists in the liqueur branch to offer the best of its vineyards, beers and cocktails for the enjoyment of all attendees.

Day 214 of 365 Things To Do in Panama. Learn with LEGO at Brick Fest Panama! Brick Fest Panama 2017, the largest event dedicated to LEGO will be held on Saturday August 5th and Sunday August 6th at the City of Knowledge Convention Center. LEGO is a Danish toy brand that launched in 1945 and is recognized worldwide for its interlocking plastic bricks. LEGO is a product that encourages creativity and imagination while having fun. The festival will feature 45 tables displayin