Central America is a narrow string of countries connecting North America with South America. Because of its location, as a choke-point for land travel between the two continents, there are numerous ancient Native American sites which fit the criteria of UNESCO and which have now been recognized with World Heritage status. Check out the best of theses places and also some natural areas and their photos below.
1. Belize Barrier-Reef Reserve System (1996)
2. La Amistad National Park, Costa Rica (1983)
3. Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica (1997)
4. Tikal National Park, Guatemala (1979)
5. Antigua Guatemala (1979)
6. Maya Site of Copan, Honduras (1980)
7. Fortifications on the Caribbean Side of Panama (Portobelo-San Lorenzo) (1980)
8. Archaeological Site of Panama Viejo & Historic District of Panama (2003)