GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Gulf of Panama
The Gulf of Panama indents Panama’s Pacific coast. Panama City and the canal’s Pacific entrance lie on its northern side. This location demonstrates how a narrow isthmus can connect maritime trade without joining the two oceans naturally.
Fast Facts
- The gulf belongs to the Pacific Ocean.
- The canal’s opposite end opens to the Caribbean near Colón.
- The Pearl Islands lie within the gulf.
Connected lessons
- Gulf of PanamaMap, explanation and practice
- Caribbean, isthmus and canalGuided exploration
Geographical connections
- Panama CanalRelated places
- Caribbean SeaRelated places