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Top 3 Afro-Panamanian Places Black Expats in Panama City, Panama Should Visit.

Panama has many beautiful places to visit and see. While Panama is not the cheapest Latin country to visit or live in, it has a rich history and places. However, many Afro-descendant areas get overshadowed by touristy areas. Therefore I want to highlight a few places in the city that represent the culture of Afro-Panamanians.

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