Gabon 🇬🇦
Gabon 🇬🇦: capital Libreville, population 2.3 million, located in Africa. Currency: Central African CFA Franc (FCFA). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Libreville
- Population: 2.3 million
- Continent: Africa
- Language: French
- Currency: Central African CFA Franc (FCFA)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Gabonese Republic
- Area: 267,668 km² (103,347 sq mi)
- Region: Middle Africa
- Has a coastline
- People: Gabonese
- Internet domain: .ga
Fun Facts About Gabon
- About 85% of the country is covered by rainforest.
- Home to forest elephants and western lowland gorillas.
- Has 13 national parks protecting its unique wildlife.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gabon known for?
Gabon is known for several things — About 85% of the country is covered by rainforest; Home to forest elephants and western lowland gorillas; Has 13 national parks protecting its unique wildlife.
How big is Gabon?
Gabon covers about 267,668 square kilometers (103,347 square miles), in the Middle Africa region.
Is Gabon landlocked?
No. Gabon has a coastline and shares land borders with 3 neighboring countries.
What are people from Gabon called?
People from Gabon are called Gabonese.
What is the capital of Gabon?
The capital of Gabon is Libreville.
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