Haiti 🇭🇹
Haiti 🇭🇹: capital Port-au-Prince, population 11.5 million, located in North America. Currency: Haitian Gourde (G). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Port-au-Prince
- Population: 11.5 million
- Continent: North America
- Language: French & Haitian Creole
- Currency: Haitian Gourde (G)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Republic of Haiti
- Area: 27,750 km² (10,714 sq mi)
- Region: Caribbean
- Has a coastline
- People: Haitian
- Internet domain: .ht
Fun Facts About Haiti
- The first Black-led republic in the world, gaining independence in 1804.
- Shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic.
- Its Citadelle Laferrière is the largest fortress in the Americas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haiti known for?
Haiti is known for several things — The first Black-led republic in the world, gaining independence in 1804; Shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic; Its Citadelle Laferrière is the largest fortress in the Americas.
How big is Haiti?
Haiti covers about 27,750 square kilometers (10,714 square miles), in the Caribbean region.
Is Haiti landlocked?
No. Haiti has a coastline and shares land borders with 1 neighboring country.
What are people from Haiti called?
People from Haiti are called Haitian.
What is the capital of Haiti?
The capital of Haiti is Port-au-Prince.
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