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Casco Viejo

Also spelled: Casco Antiguo · San Felipe

Definition

Panama City's historic center, founded in 1673 after the destruction of Panamá Viejo. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. Its rapid gentrification since the 2000s is one of the country's liveliest urban debates.

Example

Casco Viejo rents pushed out the families who'd always lived there.Los alquileres del Casco Viejo desplazaron a las familias de toda la vida.

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Where it is used: Panamá
Currency: in use today
Origin: Por oposición a Panamá Viejo, la ciudad original.

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