Unit 4 Lesson 1: En nuestra Casa Flashcards
If someones says El Casco Viejo, en la ciudad de Panamá, what are they refering to?
El Casco Viejo, en la ciudad de Panamá, refers to the old part of the city.
why has El Casco Viejo, en la ciudad de Panamá, been named a World Heritage Site by Unesco
It has been named a World Heritage Site by Unesco for its historic and architectural value.
What is El Casco Viejo surrounded by?
El Casco Viejo is surrounded by a massive sea wall built in the 1600s for defense against pirate attacks. Today it’s a great place for a leisurely stroll to enjoy the view of the Pacific Ocean.
What do houses in El Casco Viejo look like?
A large, central patio in the Spanish style allows air to circulate, while thick adobe walls keep the house cool in the hot tropical climate.
What era are the house in El Casco Viejo from?
Many houses in this area go back to colonial times when the region was under Spanish rule.
in colonial times, where the the rich in El Casco Viejo live?
In colonial times, the walled Casco Viejo was the home of the colonial administration and other wealthy nobles.
In colonial times, where were did free citziens live in El Casco Viejo
Neighborhoods of free citizens lived in thatched structures beyond the walls, and farther from the city were the cattle ranchers and farmers.
(El Casco Viejo) Houses that once belonged to wealthy nobles are called
casas señoriales
What do casas señoriales look like
casas señoriales often have a coat of arms over the main door. They are usually two stories high and may be quite ornamented. In the past, the ground floor was used for storage and stables and the upper floor was the family living quarters.
What do more modest colonial houses look like?
More modest colonial houses are just one story. They are also built around a central patio, with rooms all around, but the architecture is very simple with few ornaments.
In contrast to the colonial section, what is downtown Panamá like
, downtown Panamá has an abundance of tall apartment buildings. These can be huge, and the higher floors offer fantastic views of the city or the ocean. Modern buildings provide all sorts of conveniences, from high-speed elevators to swimming pools and fitness rooms. Some luxury apartment buildings even offer a spa and disco on the premises. Downtown neighborhoods in la ciudad de Panamá are busy, lively, fun, and definitely modern.
La ciudad de Panamá is one of the most modern and wealthiest cities in
Central America
In fact, Panamá is the only country in Latin America whose skyscrapers are among the
In fact, Panamá is the only country in Latin America whose skyscrapers are among the tallest in the world.
Panamá’s growth is mostly due to its huge role in world
commerce and trade.
Panama and its canal history
e. France began work on a canal in Panamá that would connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, reducing travel time and better connecting isolated regions with the world economy. After experiencing many hardships during construction, France abandoned the project, and Los Estados Unidos stepped in to complete the canal. Los Estados Unidos maintained exclusive control of the canal until 1977, when it began to control it jointly with Panamá
When did Panama really start befniting from its canal
The country has always been a financial and commercial center, but its economy has boomed since control of the canal reverted solely to Panamá in 1999.
Where can you find a Panamanian wildlife refuge?
In the heart of La Ciudad de Panamá
