Afghanistan map and facts
Islamic Republic of Afghanistan · Southern Asia, Asia. Capital: Kabul.
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Afghanistan in context
Afghanistan is home to about 43.8 million people, 0.55% of the world's population, on 652,230 km² of territory. It is landlocked, with no coastline. It shares land borders with 6 countries: Iran, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, China.
Closest in size in Asia: compare Afghanistan and Myanmar. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.
Afghanistan FAQ
What is the capital of Afghanistan?
The capital of Afghanistan is Kabul.
What is the population of Afghanistan?
About 43.8 million people (43,844,000), which ranks 36th of 197 countries.
How big is Afghanistan?
Afghanistan covers 652,230 km² (251,827 sq mi), the 40th-largest country by area.
What continent is Afghanistan in?
Afghanistan is in Asia, in the Southern Asia subregion.
What countries border Afghanistan?
Afghanistan borders 6 countries: Iran, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, China.
What language is spoken in Afghanistan?
Official or national languages: Dari, Pashto, Turkmen.