Country Facts
- Population
- 3.4 million
- Area
- 176,215 km²
- Calling Code
- +598
- Currency
- UYU $
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Uruguay Flag Encyclopedia
Uruguay is located in South America. Its capital is Montevideo. This page summarizes the flag, geography profile, landmarks and country facts.
Capital
Montevideo
Continent
South America
ISO Alpha-2
UY
Landmarks
- Palacio Salvo
- Punta del Este
- Colonia del Sacramento
Flag Meaning
Uruguay is located in South America, with Montevideo as its capital. This file summarizes its flag symbolism, geography profile, landmarks and core country facts.
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Uruguay / UY
Deep Study Profile
Uruguay's flag uses white and blue stripes with the Sun of May in the canton. It is an important South American flag for learning striped national designs.
Flag Design Notes
- Nine horizontal stripes alternate white and blue.
- A white canton contains the golden Sun of May.
- The striped field and sun symbol connect it visually with Argentina.
Memory and Quiz Tips
- Remember Uruguay by stripes plus the Sun of May.
- Use Montevideo as the capital cue.
- Compare with Argentina and Greece for blue-white stripe practice.
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