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Guinea — silhouette, capital and facts
Guinea is in Africa and its capital is Conakry. With about 13 million people and 245,857 km², it ranks 77th in area and 75th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Guinea, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Conakry
- Continent
- Africa
- Population
- about 13 million
- Area
- 245,857 km²
- Language
- French
- Currency
- Guinean franc
- Flag colors
- red, yellow, green
Borders
Guinea shares a land border with 6 countries: Senegal, Mali, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau.
Fun facts about Guinea
- The Niger River rises in Guinea's mountains, a short distance from the coast, but flows inland.
- The Fouta Djallon plateau, source of rivers such as the Gambia and Senegal, is called West Africa's "water tower".
- Guinea was the first French colony in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence, in 1958.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Guinea?
The capital of Guinea is Conakry.
Which continent is Guinea in?
Guinea is in Africa.
Which countries border Guinea?
Guinea shares a land border with 6 countries: Senegal, Mali, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Guinea?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Guinea 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?
The Niger River rises in Guinea's mountains, a short distance from the coast, but flows inland. The Fouta Djallon plateau, source of rivers such as the Gambia and Senegal, is called West Africa's "water tower". Guinea was the first French colony in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence, in 1958.
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