Burundi 🇧🇮
Burundi 🇧🇮: capital Gitega, population 12.5 million, located in Africa. Currency: Burundian Franc (FBu). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Gitega
- Population: 12.5 million
- Continent: Africa
- Language: Kirundi & French
- Currency: Burundian Franc (FBu)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Republic of Burundi
- Area: 27,834 km² (10,747 sq mi)
- Region: Eastern Africa
- Landlocked
- People: Burundian
- Internet domain: .bi
Fun Facts About Burundi
- One of the smallest countries in Africa.
- Drumming is an important cultural tradition here.
- Located near the source of the Nile River.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burundi known for?
Burundi is known for several things — One of the smallest countries in Africa; Drumming is an important cultural tradition here; Located near the source of the Nile River.
How big is Burundi?
Burundi covers about 27,834 square kilometers (10,747 square miles), in the Eastern Africa region.
Is Burundi landlocked?
Yes. Burundi is landlocked — it has no coastline and is surrounded by 3 neighboring countries.
What are people from Burundi called?
People from Burundi are called Burundian.
What is the capital of Burundi?
The capital of Burundi is Gitega.
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