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Albania — silhouette, capital and facts
Albania is in Europe and its capital is Tirana. With about 2.8 million people and 28,748 km², it ranks 140th in area and 138th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Albania, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Tirana
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 2.8 million
- Area
- 28,748 km²
- Language
- Albanian
- Currency
- Lek
- Flag colors
- red, black
Borders
Albania shares a land border with 4 countries: Greece, Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia.
Fun facts about Albania
- The Enver Hoxha regime built about 170,000 concrete bunkers, which still dot the Albanian landscape.
- Lake Ohrid, shared with North Macedonia, is one of the oldest lakes in Europe.
- The flag shows a double-headed eagle, and the local name Shqipëria is often translated as 'land of the eagles'.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Albania?
The capital of Albania is Tirana.
Which continent is Albania in?
Albania is in Europe.
Which countries border Albania?
Albania shares a land border with 4 countries: Greece, Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Albania?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Albania is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Albania?
The Enver Hoxha regime built about 170,000 concrete bunkers, which still dot the Albanian landscape. Lake Ohrid, shared with North Macedonia, is one of the oldest lakes in Europe. The flag shows a double-headed eagle, and the local name Shqipëria is often translated as 'land of the eagles'.
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