Afghanistan 🇦🇫
Afghanistan 🇦🇫: capital Kabul, population 40 million, located in Asia. Currency: Afghan Afghani (؋). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Kabul
- Population: 40 million
- Continent: Asia
- Language: Pashto & Dari
- Currency: Afghan Afghani (Ø‹)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
- Area: 652,230 km² (251,827 sq mi)
- Region: Southern Asia
- Landlocked
- People: Afghan
- Internet domain: .af
Fun Facts About Afghanistan
- Known as the 'Heart of Asia' due to its central location.
- Has been a crossroads of civilizations for over 5,000 years.
- The game of buzkashi, played on horseback, is its national sport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Afghanistan known for?
Afghanistan is known for several things — Known as the 'Heart of Asia' due to its central location; Has been a crossroads of civilizations for over 5,000 years; The game of buzkashi, played on horseback, is its national sport.
How big is Afghanistan?
Afghanistan covers about 652,230 square kilometers (251,827 square miles), in the Southern Asia region.
Is Afghanistan landlocked?
Yes. Afghanistan is landlocked — it has no coastline and is surrounded by 6 neighboring countries.
What are people from Afghanistan called?
People from Afghanistan are called Afghan.
What is the capital of Afghanistan?
The capital of Afghanistan is Kabul.
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