With more bird species than anywhere else in Central America, world-class scuba diving and the planet"s grandest canal, Panama isn"t short of attractions. Indeed, this small neck of land packs them in: a dynamic capital, evocative colonial ruins and isolated eco-retreats sit alongside indigenous cultures, trackless rainforests and idyllic desert islands. Featuring fascinating background, bang-up-to-date information on funky Bocas Town and cosmopolitan Panama City and more detailed coverage of Kuna Yala than any other guide, The Rough Guide to Panama is the only travel companion you"ll ever need.