Countries of South America
12 countries, about 437 million people. Tap a country for its capital and key facts.
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All 12 countries in South America
 Argentina | Buenos Aires | 46,735,004 | 2,780,400 |
 Bolivia | Sucre | 11,312,620 | 1,098,581 |
 Brazil | Brasília | 213,421,037 | 8,515,767 |
 Chile | Santiago | 20,206,953 | 756,102 |
 Colombia | Bogotá | 53,057,212 | 1,141,748 |
 Ecuador | Quito | 18,103,660 | 276,841 |
 Guyana | Georgetown | 772,975 | 214,969 |
 Paraguay | Asunción | 6,109,644 | 406,752 |
 Peru | Lima | 34,350,244 | 1,285,216 |
 Suriname | Paramaribo | 616,500 | 163,820 |
 Uruguay | Montevideo | 3,499,451 | 181,034 |
 Venezuela | Caracas | 28,517,000 | 916,445 |
Frequently asked questions
How many countries are in South America?
There are 12 countries in South America in our list.
What is the largest country in South America?
Brazil, at 8,515,767 km².
What is the most populated country in South America?
Brazil, with about 213 million people.
What is the smallest country in South America?
Suriname, at 163,820 km².