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Panama

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Overview

Panama is a country at the southern end of Central America. The country is known as the "Crossroads of the Americas" due to its location between North and South America. Its name, given by Indigenous peoples, means "abundance of fish," reflecting the country's status as a paradise for water sports lovers and eco-tourists.

Facts

Rank

172

Coordinates

9.00, -80.00

Source

WBP almanac

External sources

Wikivoyage

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