Corazón de Jesús (island) facts for kids
Corazón de Jesús is a small island in Panama. Its name means "Heart of Jesus" in Spanish. The local Kuna people call it Akuanasutupu. This island is part of the Kuna Yala territory, a special area in Panama.
Corazón de Jesús is quite small, only about 1.5 hectares in size. To give you an idea, that's like two and a half football fields! Around 600 people live on this tiny island. It's very crowded because there are so many buildings packed together.
The island is connected to a bigger island called Narganá by a concrete bridge. Narganá is just to the west. Both Corazón de Jesús and Narganá are known for being more modern than many other islands in the San Blas Islands. This means they have more buildings and a lifestyle that's closer to what you might find in a city.
Discovering Corazón de Jesús
Corazón de Jesús is a unique place to learn about island life. It shows how people live in a small space. The island is part of the beautiful San Blas Islands. These islands are famous for their clear waters and rich culture.
Life on a Small Island
Living on Corazón de Jesús is different from living on a big piece of land.
- The island is very small, so homes are built close together.
- There isn't much open space, as almost every part is covered by buildings.
- The community is very close-knit because everyone lives so near to each other.
Connecting Islands
The bridge between Corazón de Jesús and Narganá is very important.
- It helps people travel easily between the two islands.
- It connects the communities, making it simpler to share resources.
- This bridge shows how people adapt to island living.
See also
In Spanish: Isla Corazón de Jesús para niños
