The Cinta Costera, meaning “Coastal Beltway”, is a 1.5-mile (2.5 km) marine viaduct in Panama City, Panama. Consisting of a roadway and pedestrian bridge, the viaduct surrounds Casco Viejo, the city’s historic district. The highway has caused significant protest by the local population as the Brazilian firm who built it (Odebrecht) has admitted paying nearly $800 million in bribes to politicians across 12 countries for its projects.
Casco Viejo, Panama City
Casco Viejo, Panama City
Casco Viejo, Panama City
The Cinta Costera, meaning “Coastal Beltway”, is a 1.5-mile (2.5 km) marine viaduct in Panama City, Panama. Consisting of a roadway and pedestrian bridge, the viaduct surrounds Casco Viejo, the city’s historic district. The highway has caused significant protest by the local population as the Brazilian firm who built it (Odebrecht) has admitted paying nearly $800 million in bribes to politicians across 12 countries for its projects.