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Guinea-Bissau — silhouette, capital and facts
Guinea-Bissau is in Africa and its capital is Bissau. With about 2 million people and 36,125 km², it ranks 134th in area and 147th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Guinea-Bissau, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Bissau
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 2 million
- Area
- 36,125 km²
- Language
- Portuguese
- Currency
- CFA franc
- Flag colors
- red, yellow, green, black
Borders
Guinea-Bissau shares a land border with 2 countries: Senegal, Guinea.
Fun facts about Guinea-Bissau
- The Bijagós archipelago, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, is home to hippos that wander into salt water.
- Cashew nuts are by far the country's main export.
- Independence leader Amílcar Cabral, assassinated in 1973, is a national hero of both Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Guinea-Bissau?
The capital of Guinea-Bissau is Bissau.
Which continent is Guinea-Bissau in?
Guinea-Bissau is in Africa.
Which countries border Guinea-Bissau?
Guinea-Bissau shares a land border with 2 countries: Senegal, Guinea.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Guinea-Bissau?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Guinea-Bissau 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 Guinea-Bissau?
The Bijagós archipelago, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, is home to hippos that wander into salt water. Cashew nuts are by far the country's main export. Independence leader Amílcar Cabral, assassinated in 1973, is a national hero of both Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde.
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