Panama
Panama is the slender S-shaped bridge between North and South America, and the country that cut a canal clean through it - reshaping global trade and, curiously, letting ships sail through mountains.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
Divided into four quarters: a white one with a blue star at the upper hoist, plain red and blue quarters, and a white one with a red star at the lower fly. Blue and red recall the historic political parties and white the peace between them; the stars stand for purity and authority.
Panama FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Panama City |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Population | 4,570,133 |
| Area | 74,177 km² |
| Population density | 62 /km² |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) $ |
| Official language | Spanish |
| Calling code | +507 |
| Internet TLD | .pa |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | PA / PAN |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, saving ships a long voyage around South America.
- It's one of the few places on Earth where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific and set over the Atlantic.
- Panama uses the US dollar as everyday cash, calling it the 'balboa' alongside its own coins.
- The Darién Gap, a roadless stretch of dense jungle, is the only break in the Pan-American Highway.
- Its rainforests host more bird species than the United States and Canada combined.
Panama FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Panama?
The capital of Panama is Panama City.
What is the population of Panama?
Panama has a population of about 4,570,133.
What currency does Panama use?
Panama uses the United States dollar (USD).
What languages are spoken in Panama?
The official language of Panama is Spanish.
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