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Gambia — silhouette, capital and facts
The Gambia is in Africa and its capital is Banjul. With about 2.6 million people and 11,295 km², it ranks 159th in area and 140th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of the Gambia, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Banjul
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 2.6 million
- Area
- 11,295 km²
- Language
- English
- Currency
- Dalasi
- Flag colors
- red, blue, green, white
Borders
The Gambia shares a land border with 1 country: Senegal.
Fun facts about the Gambia
- It is mainland Africa's smallest country, a narrow strip along the Gambia River, surrounded by Senegal.
- Kunta Kinteh Island, in the Gambia River, was a slave-trade post and is a World Heritage Site.
- The Stone Circles of Senegambia, megaliths raised over centuries, are a World Heritage Site shared with Senegal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of the Gambia?
The capital of the Gambia is Banjul.
Which continent is the Gambia in?
The Gambia is in Africa.
Which countries border the Gambia?
The Gambia shares a land border with 1 country: Senegal.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of the Gambia?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. The Gambia 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 the Gambia?
It is mainland Africa's smallest country, a narrow strip along the Gambia River, surrounded by Senegal. Kunta Kinteh Island, in the Gambia River, was a slave-trade post and is a World Heritage Site. The Stone Circles of Senegambia, megaliths raised over centuries, are a World Heritage Site shared with Senegal.
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