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Panama — silhouette, capital and facts
Panama is in Central America and its capital is Panama City. With about 4.3 million people and 75,417 km², it ranks 116th in area and 126th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Panama, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Panama City
- Continent
- Central America
- Population
- about 4.3 million
- Area
- 75,417 km²
- Language
- Spanish
- Currency
- Balboa and US dollar
- Flag colors
- red, white, blue
Borders
Panama shares a land border with 2 countries: Costa Rica, Colombia.
Fun facts about Panama
- The Panama Canal, opened in 1914, links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
- Despite its name, the Panama hat comes from Ecuador, but it became famous after being sold in Panama.
- The harpy eagle, one of the world's largest eagles, is Panama's national bird.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Panama?
The capital of Panama is Panama City.
Which continent is Panama in?
Panama is in Central America.
Which countries border Panama?
Panama shares a land border with 2 countries: Costa Rica, Colombia.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Panama?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Panama is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Panama?
The Panama Canal, opened in 1914, links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Despite its name, the Panama hat comes from Ecuador, but it became famous after being sold in Panama. The harpy eagle, one of the world's largest eagles, is Panama's national bird.
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