10 Words you associate with the country mentioned

7. Panama was Colombia, but Colombia did not want to make a US Channel in its territory but a French Channel, so US help local people to make a new country that had already some years before existed. On November 3rd, 1903, Panama left Colombia for becoming an independent nation with a big help from US who even paid 25 million dollar US to Colombia almost twenty years after for damages caused by its intervention. Better than in other places where they just invade and bye.
It is a pity they do not need to build a Channel through Catalonya for the US to help their independence. Visca Catalunya i el Barça.

Seco

Panama is known for its unique alcoholic drink, seco, which has been a part of Panamanian culture for centuries. Most assume that rum is Panama’s national liquor, but it is actually seco. Seco has roots in Panama’s customs and traditions and is synonymous with festivals, parties and celebrations. Seco is a versatile spirit that can be enjoyed in many different ways, making it popular among Panamanians and visitors alike.

Seco is a triple-distilled white spirit made from 100% sugarcane juice. The flavor of seco varies depending on the region it originates from, but most versions are strong, sweet and slightly fruity. Seco is distinctive because of the way it’s made. Once the sugar cane is harvested, the juice is extracted using traditional methods and fermented with a natural yeast strain. The sugar cane juice is filtered three times, giving the liquor a clear color and high alcohol content. The result is a dry, 80-proof rum that has a smooth base for mixed drinks.

Seco’s distinctive smooth and neutral flavor sets it apart from other spirits. Its flavor makes it an excellent choice for cocktails and makes it an ideal replacement for rum and vodka in many mixed drinks. Seco can also be enjoyed alone as a sipping drink, allowing drinkers to savor its unique flavor profile. No matter how seco is enjoyed, it will bring an exciting twist to any occasion.

Traditionally, the only seco cocktails ordered were seco con vacaseco, which is seco with milk or coconut milk on ice, and chichita Panama, which is seco with grapefruit and pineapple juice on ice. However, seco can be mixed with almost anything, from tropical fruits to other liquors. Today, seco is part of the modern cocktail and mixology movements. Following the trend of using local products and ingredients, restaurants are renewing seco’s popularity by infusing the spirit with herbs and fruits and utilizing it in craft cocktails. Seco may also be used in marinades for meat and seafood dishes.

The most widely available and popular of brands of seco is Seco Herrerano. Seco Herrerano was made by the Varela family starting in 1908 in central Panama in the town of Pesé, near where the sugarcane is grown in Pese Valley. The family-run distillery dates back to 1936, producing more than a million cases of seco every year and sold to more than 65 countries around the world. Through Panamanians’ embrace of homegrown ingredients, authentic traditions and the country’s culture of hospitality, seco’s revival and popularity only continues to grow.

1. Steelpan

From its name, you may assume a steelpan is a kitchen utensil, but it is actually a musical instrument. It was also the only acoustic tool that was produced in the 20th century. The first models of this instrument were made using oil drums.

Steelpan also has the status of being the national instrument in Trinidad and Tobago. Many musicians also refer to them as pannists.

3. Limbo Dance 

the limbo dance originated in this nation due to its African heritage. Dancers pass under various sticks in their performance. Some people in this nation can cross sticks with only a height of 8.5 inches.

You may also see thrilling performances where the bar is set on fire while the locals perform the dance.

6. World’s Largest Natural Asphalt Deposit

La Brea Pitch Lake is a deposit that contains at least 10 million tons of asphalt. It is found in southwest Trinidad, and some people call it the eighth wonder of this planet. 

You can walk over the lake while it produces hiss and bubble sounds. Small water pools may also develop on this lake during the rainy season.

9. You Can Stand In The Center Of The Ocean  

The Nylon Pool is a famous lagoon in the middle of the ocean. It has a sandy bottom, so you can stand in it with ease. The place is only reachable by a ship or other sea vehicles.

It is easy to identify the pool when you’re near it because it has a lighter color than the ocean. Imagine looking around, and all you see is the vast ocean.