Geography
Panama is in Central America, North America. Its listed coordinates are 9, -80; it has Colombia, Costa Rica.
Neighboring countries: Colombia, Costa Rica
North America
Panama
Panama is a country in Central America. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Panama City
- Continent
- North America
- Region
- Central America
- Population
- 4.1 million
- Area
- 75,417 km²
- Currency
- Panamanian balboa (PAB)
- Official language
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +507
- Internet TLD
- .pa
- Time zone
- UTC-05:00
Panama map preview: 9.00, -80.00
People and Culture
Panama uses Spanish in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Panama varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Panama is recorded with the official name Republic of Panama. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Panama City
- Central America cultural and historic sites
- North America map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Panama City
- Time zone data: UTC-05:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Panama is grouped under North America.
- Panama has a listed area of 75,417 km².
- Panama is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Panama
What is the capital of Panama?
The capital of Panama is Panama City.
What continent is Panama in?
Panama is in North America.
What currency does Panama use?
Panama uses the Panamanian balboa.
What language is spoken in Panama?
Spanish is listed for Panama in this database.