Libya map and facts
State of Libya · Northern Africa, Africa. Capital: Tripoli.
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Libya in magenta, neighbours in pink · ● capital
Libya in context
Libya is home to about 7.5 million people, 0.09% of the world's population, on 1,759,540 km² of territory. It shares land borders with 6 countries: Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Niger, Sudan, Tunisia.
Closest in size in Africa: compare Libya and Sudan. To see its real size against other places, try the true size map.
Libya FAQ
What is the capital of Libya?
The capital of Libya is Tripoli.
What is the population of Libya?
About 7.5 million people (7,459,000), which ranks 104th of 197 countries.
How big is Libya?
Libya covers 1,759,540 km² (679,362 sq mi), the 16th-largest country by area.
What continent is Libya in?
Libya is in Africa, in the Northern Africa subregion.
What countries border Libya?
Libya borders 6 countries: Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Niger, Sudan, Tunisia.
What language is spoken in Libya?
Official or national language: Arabic.