Cristobal is the port city bordering the city of Colon. It is also the Atlantic terminal port of Panama. Both the Panama cities were named after the great adventurer Christopher Columbus. Cristobal was named after Christopher and Colon were named after Columbus. The city is a narrow strip of land joining Manzanillo Island with the mainland. In the year 1914, Cristobal city was accepted as the port city for the exchange of goods.
The city has a tropical maritime climate as it is situated near the sea. January to March are the driest months sometimes experiencing heavy showers. April to December are the monsoon months with humidity. Spanish and English are the languages spoken by the people of Cristobal. Cristobal Pier is the main docking place for the ships.
Education and Economy
Like other cities in Panama, Cristobal is also dedicated to training its youth through quality education. Cristobal city has a large number of Spanish schools imparting knowledge in varied Spanish courses. The institutions boast of imparting education through a friendly atmosphere at the best price without compromising on the quality. The educational institutions are also equipped with modern amenities to make the students comfortable.
Cristobal city is a port city and therefore the economy depends on the exchange of goods through the port.
Shopping and other Activities
Cristobal offers limited shopping but the pier houses a large shopping complex. Especially the Flea Market in the Cristobal cruise Terminal is worth visiting. Goods ranging from local crafts to accessories are available at the marketplace. Hand-weaved baskets, wood carvings, perfumes clothes, and jewelry of various colors and designs are found here.
The main attraction in this city is the Panama Canal. There are ways to visit the canal. One can go by ship enjoying the scenic beauty of the azure waters and nature or can prefer to ride by train. Besides visitors can also go by motor coach to tour the canal. Gatun Locks and the rain forests are also other attractions of the Cristobal city of Panama.
The city has a vibrant cultural background. So a visit to Cristobal city will surely be a rejuvenating experience for the persons visiting Panama.
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