Panama Canal - how it works

[By The Bay]

I just came across this video on Twitter, on how the canal works. Very interesting. Enjoy

 

 

[NSWP]

11 hours ago, By The Bay said:

I just came across this video on Twitter, on how the canal works. Very interesting. Enjoy

 

Yes a great cruise that one, done it twice. With Princess  there is always an on board lecturer giving talks on the history and operation and a running narrative on the day.

 

[OzKiwiJJ]

My favourite "little thrill" during our Panama Canal cruise was when the commentator told us we had just crossed from one side to the other of the Continental Divide. That was one thing I would never have though of - crossing the Continental Divide on a ship.

 

I think this is the spot:

 

Edited June 4, 2023 by OzKiwiJJ

[Jean C]

I was stunned when the gates came across, the rails popped up and little tinker toy trucks drove across 🚚 

[MicCanberra]

Having done the Panama canal crossing through the old lovks, I wouldn't mind doing it again via the new locks.