Panama Canal (Panama) - Facts for Kids

The Panama Canal, showcasing the locks filled with water and a ship navigating through, with lush green landscapes on either side.

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Facts About Panama Canal (Panama) For Kids

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The Panama Canal is like a giant water bridge that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the country of Panama — imagine creating a shortcut between two huge oceans!

The Panama Canal was officially opened on August 15, 1914, making it over 100 years old — that’s older than your great-grandparents might be!

The Panama Canal is 51 miles (82 kilometers) long — that’s about the same distance as 900 football fields placed end to end!

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