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Angola — silhouette, capital and facts
Angola is in Africa and its capital is Luanda. With about 34 million people and 1,246,700 km², it ranks 22nd in area and 43rd in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Angola, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Luanda
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 34 million
- Area
- 1,246,700 km²
- Language
- Portuguese
- Currency
- Kwanza
- Flag colors
- red, black, yellow
Borders
Angola shares a land border with 3 countries: Namibia, Zambia, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Fun facts about Angola
- Angola is home to the Kalandula Falls on the Lucala River, one of Africa's largest waterfalls.
- Luanda was founded by the Portuguese in 1576, and Portuguese is still the country's official language.
- Welwitschia mirabilis, a plant of the Namib Desert, can live over a thousand years with just two leaves.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Angola?
The capital of Angola is Luanda.
Which continent is Angola in?
Angola is in Africa.
Which countries border Angola?
Angola shares a land border with 3 countries: Namibia, Zambia, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Angola?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Angola 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 Angola?
Angola is home to the Kalandula Falls on the Lucala River, one of Africa's largest waterfalls. Luanda was founded by the Portuguese in 1576, and Portuguese is still the country's official language. Welwitschia mirabilis, a plant of the Namib Desert, can live over a thousand years with just two leaves.
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