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.

Uruguay

Oriental Republic of Uruguay

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Uruguay (officially Oriental Republic of Uruguay) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 3,499,451 people, it ranks #134 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 181,034 km² (#92 globally), with a population density of 19 people per km². The capital city is Montevideo. The official language is Spanish.

Key Facts

Population

3,499,451

#134 world ranking

Area

181,034 km²

#92 world ranking

Population Density

19/km²

Capital

Montevideo

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC-03:00

Continent

South America

Bordering Countries

2

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

Bordering Countries (2)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Uruguay?
The capital of Uruguay is Montevideo.
What is the population of Uruguay?
Uruguay has a population of 3,499,451 people, ranking #134 in the world by population.
How big is Uruguay?
Uruguay covers an area of 181,034 km², ranking #92 in the world by area. The population density is 19 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Uruguay?
The official languages of Uruguay are: Spanish.
What is the currency of Uruguay?
The currency of Uruguay is Uruguayan peso ($).
What countries border Uruguay?
Uruguay shares borders with 2 countries: Brazil, Argentina.

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