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New Zealand — silhouette, capital and facts
New Zealand is in Oceania and its capital is Wellington. With about 5 million people and 268,021 km², it ranks 75th in area and 120th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of New Zealand, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Wellington
- Continent
- Oceania
- Population
- about 5 million
- Area
- 268,021 km²
- Language
- English and Māori
- Currency
- New Zealand dollar
- Flag colors
- blue, red, white
Borders
New Zealand has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
Fun facts about New Zealand
- New Zealand was the first country to give women the vote in national elections, in 1893.
- The kiwi, a flightless bird and national symbol, gave New Zealanders their nickname.
- In Māori, New Zealand is called Aotearoa, usually translated as land of the long white cloud.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of New Zealand?
The capital of New Zealand is Wellington.
Which continent is New Zealand in?
New Zealand is in Oceania.
Which countries border New Zealand?
New Zealand has no land border with any other country: it is an island or an archipelago.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of New Zealand?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. New Zealand 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 New Zealand?
New Zealand was the first country to give women the vote in national elections, in 1893. The kiwi, a flightless bird and national symbol, gave New Zealanders their nickname. In Māori, New Zealand is called Aotearoa, usually translated as land of the long white cloud.
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