Discover Panama
Upper-middle-income. Panama Canal revenues, banking, logistics, tourism. Uses US Dollar.
About Panama
Geography
Area: 75,420 sq km
- • Tropical maritime: hot humid year-round
- • Dry season Dec-Apr
Government
Type: presidential republic
Capital: Panama City
Economy
Upper-middle-income. Panama Canal revenues, banking, logistics, tourism. Uses US Dollar.
GDP: $77.3 billion
Demographics
Population: 4,337,768
Languages: Spanish (official), English
Religions: Catholic 63%, Protestant 25%
Explore Panama's Regions
Discover 14 distinct regions, each with unique landscapes and culture.
Major Cities in Panama
Explore 50 cities with unique attractions and experiences.
Travel Essentials
📞 Contact & Emergency
Phone Code: +507
Currency: US Dollar (USD) / Balboa
universal: 911
⚡ Practical Info
Electricity: 120V / 60Hz / Type A, B
Driving: Right
Water: ✅ Safe
💰 Tipping
- • 10% in restaurants
- • $1-2 for hotel staff
When to Visit Panama
✅ Best Months
December, January, February, March
🔥 Peak Season
Dec-Apr (dry season)
💎 Off Season
May-Nov (green season, afternoon rains)
Top Destinations in Panama
Cultural Tips
- 💡Panama is a melting pot — incredibly diverse
- 💡US Dollar is accepted everywhere
- 💡Panama Canal is an engineering marvel — visit Miraflores Locks
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