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Iglesia y Convento de La Merced

Erected by the Mercedarian friars in the early 17th century, these Panamá Viejo buildings survived the fire that swept the city following privateer Henry Morgan’s assault. However, the church’s facade was dismantled by friars and moved to Casco Viejo, where it can be seen today.

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