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Crossing the Gatun Locks - Panama Canal

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Sunday, 24 August 2008 00:00

Sorry blog readers... not crossing in the boat but crossing by land. Driving from the marina into town is blocked by the Panama Canal. To get into town you must take a ferry across the canal or wait and cross the Gatun locks.

Here at the locks they have a one way one lane bridge that floats open and closed as the canal traffic comes and goes. There are stop lights on each end so they can control the traffic flow, and yes... I did get in trouble from the security for shooting a video of the crossing.

Enjoy!

Last Updated on Sunday, 24 August 2008 16:08

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