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Chad — silhouette, capital and facts
Chad is in Africa and its capital is N'Djamena. With about 17 million people and 1,284,000 km², it ranks 20th in area and 72nd in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Chad, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- N'Djamena
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 17 million
- Area
- 1,284,000 km²
- Language
- French and Arabic
- Currency
- CFA franc
- Flag colors
- blue, yellow, red
Borders
Chad shares a land border with 5 countries: Nigeria, Niger, Libya, Sudan, Cameroon.
Fun facts about Chad
- Lake Chad, which gave the country its name, has shrunk dramatically since the 1960s.
- Emi Koussi, in the Tibesti Mountains, is the highest point in the Sahara at over 3,400 meters.
- The Ennedi Plateau, a UNESCO site, has sandstone arches, canyons and ancient rock art.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Chad?
The capital of Chad is N'Djamena.
Which continent is Chad in?
Chad is in Africa.
Which countries border Chad?
Chad shares a land border with 5 countries: Nigeria, Niger, Libya, Sudan, Cameroon.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Chad?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Chad 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 Chad?
Lake Chad, which gave the country its name, has shrunk dramatically since the 1960s. Emi Koussi, in the Tibesti Mountains, is the highest point in the Sahara at over 3,400 meters. The Ennedi Plateau, a UNESCO site, has sandstone arches, canyons and ancient rock art.
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