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Uruguay

Oriental Republic of Uruguay

Region

Americas • South America

Capital

Montevideo

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The flag of Uruguay is composed of nine equal horizontal bands of white alternating with blue, with a white square superimposed in the canton. In the white square is a yellow sun bearing a human face — the Sun of May — from which sixteen rays extend. The sun's rays alternate between triangular and wavy.

The flag of Uruguay is composed of nine equal horizontal bands of white alternating with blue, with a white square superimposed in the canton. In the white square is a yellow sun bearing a human face — the Sun of May — from which sixteen rays extend. The sun's rays alternate between triangular and wavy.

Population
3,473,727
Area
181,034 km²
Time Zone
UTC-03:00
Top-Level Domain
.uy

About Uruguay

Uruguay is a country located in Americas, specifically in the South America region. Its capital city is Montevideo. With a population of 3,473,727, it ranks among the less populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 181,034 km², making it a medium-sized country in terms of land area. With a population density of 19.19 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official language of Uruguay is Spanish, .

The currency used in Uruguay is the Uruguayan peso ($), .

Uruguay is a member of the United Nations.

In Uruguay, vehicles drive on the right side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC-03:00 time zone.

Uruguay shares its borders with 2 countries: Argentina and Brazil.

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Coat of Arms of Uruguay

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Montevideo
  • Continent: South America
  • Native Name: Uruguay
  • Demonym: Uruguayan
  • Top Level Domain: .uy
  • Calling Code: +598
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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