Burundi: flag, capital and facts
Burundi is a country in Eastern Africa (Africa). Its capital is Gitega. Population — 14,047,786. Area — 27,834 km². Below: the flag, the key facts and easy ways to remember them.
The flag of Burundi
A white diagonal cross with three red stars.
The capital of Burundi — Gitega
Gitega is the capital of Burundi. Gitega has been the capital since 2019 (formerly Bujumbura). Gitega is the home of the famous drummers.
Facts about Burundi
- Official name
- Republic of Burundi
- Capital
- Gitega
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Population
- 14,047,786
- Area
- 27,834 km²
- Currency
- BIF (Fr)
- Status
- UN member state
- Coordinates
- -3.5°, 30°
How to remember the name
The nameBurundi — the land of royal drummers.
Did you know?
The drummers of Burundi are part of UNESCO's cultural heritage.
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