Libya 🇱🇾
Libya 🇱🇾: capital Tripoli, population 7 million, located in Africa. Currency: Libyan Dinar (LD). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Tripoli
- Population: 7 million
- Continent: Africa
- Language: Arabic
- Currency: Libyan Dinar (LD)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: State of Libya
- Area: 1,759,540 km² (679,362 sq mi)
- Region: Northern Africa
- Has a coastline
- People: Libyan
- Internet domain: .ly
Fun Facts About Libya
- About 90% of the country is desert.
- Has ancient Roman ruins along its Mediterranean coast.
- Was once home to the largest man-made river project in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Libya known for?
Libya is known for several things — About 90% of the country is desert; Has ancient Roman ruins along its Mediterranean coast; Was once home to the largest man-made river project in the world.
How big is Libya?
Libya covers about 1,759,540 square kilometers (679,362 square miles), in the Northern Africa region.
Is Libya landlocked?
No. Libya has a coastline and shares land borders with 6 neighboring countries.
What are people from Libya called?
People from Libya are called Libyan.
What is the capital of Libya?
The capital of Libya is Tripoli.
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