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Cerro Ancón

Panama, Panamá

Cerro Ancón

LocationPanama, Panamá
RegionPanamá
TypeNatural Reserve
Coordinates8.9542°, -79.5472°
Established1977
Area0.48
Nearest CityPanama City (1 km)
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About Cerro Ancón

Cerro Ancón Natural Reserve protects 48 ha of tropical forest on the 199 m hill that is the highest point in Panama City. Declared national heritage when Panama regained control of the former Canal Zone, the reserve shelters toucans, sloths, armadillos, and over 260 plant species within the urban landscape.

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Where is Cerro Ancón located?

Cerro Ancón is located in Panamá, Panama at coordinates 8.9542, -79.5472.

How do I get to Cerro Ancón?

To get to Cerro Ancón, the nearest city is Panama City (1 km).

How large is Cerro Ancón?

Cerro Ancón covers approximately 0.48 square kilometers (0 square miles).

When was Cerro Ancón established?

Cerro Ancón was established in 1977.