The Panama Canal Railway (PCR, Spanish: Ferrocarril de Panamá) is a railway line linking the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean in Central America. Opened in 1855, the route today …

Despite the discouragements, dangers, and seemingly insurmountable obstacles, these brave men pushed on and worked painstakingly and methodically for the achievement of their ideal- …

The Panama Canal Railway is one of the great train rides of the world. Along with its colorful history, the railroad follows a picturesque path across the Isthmus of Panama.

The 76.6 km (47.6-mile) train route runs corresponding to the Panama Canal, slices through thick rainforest, and even crosses Gatun Lake, all in about 60 minutes. En route, you can get looks …

2 days ago · As completed in 1855, the Panama Railroad line was about 47 ½ miles long. It started in the town of Aspinwall on the Atlantic side of the Isthmus. Since the town was built as …

Nov 2, 2025 · In addition to its role in international trade, the railway offers a unique tourist experience: it is the only panoramic train in Central America, providing exceptional views of …

Jan 5, 2026 · Panama - Transcontinental Railroad, Canal Projects: In 1847 the Colombian government negotiated the building of a transcontinental railroad by investors in the United …

Since 2008, there was only one functioning railroad in Panama, a number that increased to two in 2014 with the opening of the Panama Metro.

Learn how this historic railway shaped the construction of the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal is one of the world’s greatest engineering feats, but few people realize that it owes much of its …

The U.S. acquisition of the Panama Canal Zone in the early 20th century marked a significant moment in American history and international relations. On November 18, 1903, the Hay …