Distinguishing Facts About European Countries
European Countries are really nice continent, among them of which found world great powers. History made US most top European countries which colonized Africa for their major benefits or goal attain for.
Here are the list of European countries, with some fact, currency, rulership, language, population, calling code, internet domain and their capital.
It will be of more benefits to students who wishes to know happenings around and revolve the world, most especially European countries.
ALBANIA
Albania is a small country with Adriatic and Ionuim coastline and interior crossed by the Albanian Alps.
Albania are mostly known for bunker. Albania place a large value on families and their ethnic heritage. They honor traditional code called besa which is translated to ” keep the promise”
Here are things more about Albania
President: Bajram Begaj
Independence: 28th November 1912(as declared from ottoman rule)
Capital: Tirana
Currency: Albanian lek
Language: Albanian
Area: 28,748km²
Population: 2,862,472
Density: 98.01/km²
Calling code: +335
Internet domain: .al
ANDORRA
It is among the European countries.
Here are things more about Andorra
President/prime minister: Xavier Espt Zamora
Independence: 14th march 1993
Capital: Andorra la vella
Currency: Euro
Language: Catalan
Area: 468km²
Population: 85,458
Density: 179.8/km²
Calling code: +376
Internet domain: .ad
AUSTRIA
Austria is a landlocked country in the southern part of central Europe, situated at eastern Alps. It is a federation of nine State. One of which is the capital of Vienna, the largest city and state by population. Most of the interesting fact are
The name Austria, derives from a Germanic word “Austro” which means “east”.
The Austrian flag is one of the oldest national flag in the world.
Austria have the oldest zoo in the world which was founded in 1752.
Josef Madersperger invented sewing machine.
The first post cards used were in Austria.
Here are things more about Austria
President/prime minister: Karl Nehammer
Independence: 15th May 1995
Capital: Vienna
Currency: Euro
Language: German
Area: 83,871km²
Population: 8,869,537
Density: 102.05/km²
Calling code: +43
Internet domain: .at
BELARUS
Belarus, is officially the republic of Belarus, is a landlocked country in eastern Europe. It’s bordered by Russia to the east and northeast, Ukraine to Poland to the west.
Belarus is known for potatoes, tractor and being one of the poorest countries in Europe by total wealth. Belarus is also known as the last country in Europe, run by a dictator (Alexander Lukashinko).
Here are things more about Belarus
President: Alexander Lukashinko
Independence: 25th August 1991
Capital: Minsk
Currency: Belarusian ruble
Language: Russian, Belarusian
Area: 207,600km²
Population: 9,465,300
Density: 44.61/km²
Calling code: +375
Internet domain: .by
BELGIUM
Belgium is a country in western Europe, known for medieval town, Renaissance architecture and headquarters of the European union and NATO.
Belgium is known for mannekem pis, atomium, the flower carpet, chocolate and countless beers.
Interesting fact about Belgium
Brussel is the capital of Belgium and it largest city.
It is among the most density populated countries in Europe
The majority of Belgium are Roman Catholic
It rarely snow
Belgium produces more than 220, 000 tons of chocolate per annum
The zarentem airport is the place where chocolates are being sold the most in the world.
The co-inventor of world wide web(www) is a Belgian.
Here are things more about Belgium
President: Alexander De croo
Independence: 28th October 1830
Capital: Brussel
Currency: Euro
Language: Dutch, French
Area: 20,528km²
Population: 11,467,362
Density: 366.33/km²
Calling code: +32
Internet domain: .be
BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA
Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a country on the Balkan peninsula in the southern Europe. It country side is home to medieval villages, rivers and lakes plus the craggy Dinaric Alps.
Bosnia and Herzegovina is known for the Bosnian war which occured in 1990s, it ethnic and religious diversity and it’s famous capital, Sarajevo. It site was also known for same world historical events.
Here are things more about Bosnia and Herzegovina
President: Sefik Dzaferovic
Independence: 1st March 1992
Capital: Sarajevo
Currency: Convertible mark
Language: Bosnian, Croatian
Area: 51,209km²
Population: 3,501,774
Density: 74.61/km²
Calling code: +387
Internet domain: .ba
BULGARIA
The capital, Sofia was the originally called Serdika. The oldest building in Sofia is a church.
Bulgaria has never been colonized. Baba Marta is an interesting holiday. Most popular sport is soccer.
Here are things more about Bulgaria
President: Rumen Radev
Capital: Sofia
Currency: Bulgarian lev
Language: Bulgarian
Area: 110,879km²
Population: 7,000,039
Density: 64.13/km²
Calling code: +359
Internet domain: .bg
CROATIA
Croatia is a country at the crossroads of central and south east of Europe. It sharesa coastline along the Adriatic sea.
Croatia is famed for it’s scenic pebble beaches which are beautiful lapped by crystal clear water. Some interesting fact about Croatia are;
The biggest truffle home of the world. they have highest number of UNESCO. Intagible goods of any European country.
Here are things more about Croatia
President: Zoran Milanovic
Independence: 25th June 1991
Capital: Zegreb
Currency: Croatian Kuma
Language: Croatian
Area: 56,594km²
Population: 4,130,304
Density: 72.27/km²
Calling code: +385
Internet domain: .hr
CYPRUS
Cyprus is an island county in the eastern Mediterranean sea south of the Anatolian peninsula. Continentally, it’s often place in the west Asia, while being geographically placed in southeast of Europe unlike geographically place west of Asia.
Cyprus is known for mineral wealths, superb wines and produce and natural beauty.
According to recent statistics, Cyprus is one of the safest countries in Europe. Here are interesting fact about Cyprus
The ancient tomb are ary rock solid
Carnival is a Dionysian blend
A whole town has world heritage status
It has the world’s oldest wine label.
Here are things more about Cyprus
President: Nico Anastasiades
Independence: 16th August 1960
Capital: Nicosia
Currency: Euro
Language: Greek
Area: 9,251k
Population: 864,200
Density: 125.9/km²
Calling code: +357
Internet domain: .cy
CZECH REPUBLIC
Czech is also known as Czechia, is a landlocked country in central Europe. Historically known as bohemia. It’s bordered by Austria to the south, Germany to the west, Poland to the northeast and Slovakia to the southeast.
It’s famously known for Prague, the historic centre of Prague is UNESCO world heritage. There are several hundreds of castles, chateaus and mansion in Czechia.
Some interesting fact about Czech republic.
It’s has the most castles in Europe
It’s home to largest ancient castle in the world.
Prague’s old town is the third oldest astronomical clock in the world.
Most popular sports in is ice hockey.
Here are things more about Czech republic
President: Milos Zeman
Independence: 1st January 1993
Capital: Prague
Currency: Czech koruna
Language: Czech
Area: 78,865km²
Population: 10,652,812
Density: 136.65/km²
Calling code: +420
Internet domain: .cz
DENMARK
Denmark is a Scandinavian country comparing the Jutland peninsula and numerous island. Denmark are known for being; Hans Christian Andersen birthplace and for being the happiest nation world wide.
Some interesting fact about Denmark are;
One of the happiest countries on the world.
No Danish language has no word for “please”
There flag is the oldest in the world.
Danish alphabet has about three additional letter æ, ø and Å
The two oldest amusement park in the world (Bakken and Tivoli Gardens)
President/prime minister:Mette Frederiksm
independence: 5th may 1945
Capital: Copenhagen
Currency: Danish krone
Language: Danish
Area: 43,094km
Population: 5,811,413
Density: 30.38/km²
Calling code: +45
Internet domain: .dk
ENGLAND
England is a country that is part of the united kingdom. It shares land boarders with Wales to it west and Scotland to it’s north. The full name of is united kingdom of great Britain and north Ireland.
England is famous for many things such as it’s long history, it royal family e.t.c
Some fact about England are;
England is part of United kingdom
Jumping a queue can be illegal.
England fought war in history
England is a birth place for many scientists
No plug socket in the bathroom.
The queen is not allowed in house of common.
The world wide web (www) was invented in England.
President/prime minister: Liz Truss
Capital: London
Currency: pound sterling
Language: English
Area: 130,279km²
Population: 55,619,400
Density: 424.3/km²
Calling code: +44
Internet domain: .Uk_
ESTONIA
Estonia, is a country in northern Europe borders, the Baltic sta and Gulf of Finland. Estonia is known for its strong family values.
Here some things needed to know more about Estonia.
President: Alar Karis
independence: 20th August 1991
Capital: Tallinn
Currency: Euro
Language: Estonian, Russian
Area: 45k,227km²
Population: 1,324,820
Density: 28.39/km²
Calling code: +372
Internet domain: .ee
FINLAND
Finland is a northern European nation bordering Sweden, Norway and Russia. Finland is known for being happiest county and world’s best education system and cleanest air.
President/prime minister: Sanna Marin
independence: 6th December 1917
Capital: Helsinki
Currency: Euro
Language: Finnish, Swedish.
Area: 338,424km²
Population: 5,519,586
Density: 16.15/km²
Calling code: +358
Internet domain: .Fi
FRANCE
France is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader among the European nations. It has constructed a presidential democracy. France bounded by the Atlantic ocean and Mediterranean sea, the Alps and the Pyrenees. France has long provided a geographic, economic and linguistic bridge joining northern and southern Europe.
Some interesting fact about France.
It is the most visited country in the world.
France produce over 1500 types of cheese.
Supermarket in France can’t throw away foods.
France is smaller than Texas.
President: Frank-walter Steinmeierin
independence: 25th may 1949
Capital: Berlin
Currency: Euro
Language: German
Area: 357,114km²
Population: 83,019,200
Density: 231.251km²
Calling code: +49
Internet domain: .de
GREECE
Greece is a country in southeast stern Europe With thousands of island throughout the Aegean and Ionian sea. Influential in ancient times, it’s often called the cradle of western civilization.
The Greece is known for being the birth place for democracy, the Olympic games, cradle of western civilization, ancient history and magnificent temples.
President: Katerina Sakellaropoulou
independence: 25th march 1821
Capital: Athens
Currency: Euro
Language: Greek
Area: 131,990km²
Population: 10,741,165
Density: 84.31km²
Calling code: +30
Internet domain: .gr
HUNGARY
Hungary is a landlocked country, situated in the Carpathian Basin. It has two longest river called Danube and Tisza.
Some interesting fact about Hungary are;
Rubik’s cube was invented by a Hungary architect.
There is Hungarian hand behind the discovery of vitamin C.
Hungary has more than 1300 thermal water springs.
President: Katalin Novák
Capital: Copenhagen
Currency: Hungarian forint
Area: 93,028km²
Population: 9,764,000
Density: 106.54/km²
Calling code: +36
Internet domain: .hu
ICELAND
Iceland, island county located in the north Atlantic ocean.
President: Guœni Thorlacus Johannesson
independence: 17th june 1944
Capital: Reykjavik
Currency: Icelandic krona
Language: Icelandic, English
Area: 103,000km²
Population: 358,780
Density: 3.27/km²
Calling code: +354
Internet domain: .is
IRELAND
Ireland is an island in the north Atlantic ocean, in northwest Europe. It is famous for its scenic coastlines, town and villages along the shoreline.
President: Michael D. Higgins
Capital: Dublin
Currency: Euro
Language: English, Irish
Area: 70,273km²
Population: 4,857,000
Density: 67.26/km²
Calling code: +353
Internet domain: .ie
ITALY
Italy is a country in Europe with a long Mediterranean coastline, has powerful mark on western culture and cuisine.
President: Sergio Mattarella
Capital: Rome
Currency: Euro
Language: Italian
Area: 301,336km²
Population: 60,375,749
Density: 202.92/km²
Calling code: +39
Internet domain: .it
LATVIA
President: Egils Levits
independence: 18th November 1918
Capital: Riga
Currency: Euro
Language: Latvia, Russian
Area: 64,559km²
Population: 1,923,900
Density: 31.45/km²
Calling code: +317
Internet domain: .lv
LIECHTENSTEIN
President: Albert Frick
independence: 23rd January 1719
Capital: Vaduz
Currency: Swiss franc
Language: German
Area: 160km²
Population: 38,330
Density: 234.13/km²
Calling code: +423
Internet domain: .li
LITHUANIA
President: Gitanas Nauséda
independence: finally restored on 11th March 1990
Capital: Vilnius
Currency: Euro
Language: Lithuanian
Area: 65,300km²
Population: 2,791,133
Density: 45.93/km²
Calling code: +370
Internet domain: .lt
LUXEMBURG
President/prime minister:Xavier Battel
Capital: Luxembourg
Currency: Euro
Language: Luxembourgish
Area: 2,586km²
Population: 613,894
Density: 210.08/km²
Calling code: +352
Internet domain: .lu
NORTH MACEDONIA
It’s a landlocked country bordering Kosovo to the northwest, Serbia to the north, Bulgaria to the east, Greece to south and Albania to the west.
North macedonia is the only country that got independence from Yugoslavia without shading or drop of blood in Europe.
President: Stevo Pendarouski
independence: 8th September 1991
Capital: Skopje
Currency: North Macedonia denar
Language: Macedonia, Albanian
Area: 25,713kn²
Population: 2,075,301
Density: 80.11km²
Calling code: +389
Internet domain: .mk
MALTA
Malta is an island county located in the central Mediterranean sea. A small but strategically important group of islands.
Malta is known for tourists destination and warm climate, archipelago is the home to some of the oldest temples in the world. They love religious celebrations.
President: George Villa
independence: 21st September 1964
Capital: Valletta
Currency: Euro
Language: Maltese
Area: 316km²
Population: 475,701
Density: 1364.68/km²
Calling code: +356
Internet domain: .mt
MOLDOVA
Moldova is a country lying in the northeastern Conner of the Balkan region in Europe. It is the second poorest country in Europe by GDP per capital. It is mainly famous for world wine, ancient monasteries.
President: Maia Soudu
independence: 27th August 1991
Capital: Chisinau
Currency: Moldovan leu
Area: 33,846km²
Population: 3,547,539
Density: 105.0/km²
Calling code: +373
Internet domain: .md
NETHERLANDS
Natherlands is a country located in northeastern Europe. Also known as Holland.
“Natherlands” means low lying country. It is famous icons. The discovery of bunl field, windmills, wooden shoes, innovative water management and millions of bicycles were from natherlands.
Capital: Amsterdam the Hague (government seat)
Currency: Euro
Language: Dutch
Area: 41,550km²
Population: 17,327,700
Density: 405.61/km²
Calling code: +31
Internet domain: .nl
NORWAY
Country of northern Europe that occupies the western half of the Scandinavian Peninsula.
Capital: Oslo
Currency: Norwagian Krone
Language: Norwegian
Area: 323,802km²
Density: 13.35/km²
Calling code: +47
Internet domain: .no
POLAND
Poland is officially the republic of Poland, country in central Europe.
President: Andrzej Duda
Independence: 11th November 1918
Capital: Warsaw
Currency: Polish Zloty
Language: Polish
Area: 312,579km²
Population: 38,413,000
Density: 118.24/km²
Calling code: +48
Internet domain: .pl
PORTUGAL
Portugal is a southern European country on the Iberian peninsula, bordering Spain. It location on the Atlantic ocean, has influence many aspects of its culture.
Some interesting fact about Portugal;
Portuguese is the oldest country in Europe.
Half of the “new world” once belonged to Portugal.
Portuguese is the official language of nine countries.
President: Marculo Rebelo de Sousa
Capital: Lisbon
Currency: Euro
Language: Portuguese
Area: 92090km²
Population: 10,276,617
Density: 115.35/km²
Calling code: +351
Internet domain: .pt
ROMANIA
Capital: Bucharest
Currency: Romanian lie
Language: Romanian
Area: 238,391m²
Population: 19,523,621
Density: 90.52/km²
Calling code: +40
Internet domain: .ro
RUSSIA
Russia is the largest country in the world, bordering up nations and two breakaway nations (Abkhazia and south Ossetia).
Russia has the largest railway in the world.
Has 12 active volcanoes.
Russia is home to a lot of famous literature.
Tetris was invented by Russia.
President: Vladimir Putin
Independence: December 1991
Capital: Moscow
Currency: Russian rube
Language: Russian
Area: 17,098,242km²
Population: 146,793,744
Density: 8.32/km²
Calling code: +7
Internet domain: .ru
SCOTLAND
Scotland is a country that is part of the United kingdom covering the northern this of the island of Great Britain.
Capital: Edinburg
Currency: pound sterling
Language: English
Area: 77,993km²
Population: 5,424,800
Density: 67.5/km²
Calling code: +44
Internet domain: .scot
SERBIA
Serbia is a country in west central Balkans. It’s best famous for its capital city, Belgrade and it national brandy, rakija Serbia is alsk known for its palaces, night life and tennis player -Novak Djokovic.
President: Aleksandar Vucic
Capital: Belgrade
Currency: Serbian dinar
Area: 88,361km²
Population: 9,424,030
Density: 106.65/km²
Calling code: +381
Internet domain: .rs
SPAIN
Spain is known for its food, flamenco music,art and literature,horse, dance,siesta, bull fights and architecture.
Capital: Madrid
Currency: Euro
Area: 505,992km²
Population: 46,934,632
Density: 93.28/km²
Calling code: +34
Internet domain: .es
SWEDEN
Capital: Stockholm
Currency: Swedish krona
Language: Swedish
Area: 450,259km²
Population: 10,263,568
Density: 21.54/km²
Calling code: +346
Internet domain: .se
SWITZERLAND
Switzerland is a mountainous Central European country, home to numerous lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps. Switzerland has the longest tunnel of the world.
Switzerland is most innovative country in the world, low crime rate.
Capital: Bern
Currency: Swiss francs
Language: German, french, Italian
Area: 41,284km²
Density: 199.56/km²
Calling code: +41
Internet domain: .ch
UKRAINE
Ukraine is a country located in eastern Europe. The second largest on the continent after Russia.
President: Volodymy Zelenskyy
Independence: 24th August 1991
Capital: Kiev
Currency: Ukraine hryvnia
Language: Ukrainian
Area: 603,500km²
Density: 73.8/km²
Population: 42,055,934
Calling code: +380
Internet domain: .ua
UNITED KINGDOM
United kingdom is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. United kingdom is an island nation in northwest Europe.
Capital: London
Currency: British pound
Language: English
Area: 242,495km²
Population: 66,435,600
Density: 262.84/km²
Calling code: +44
Internet domain: .uk
VATICAN CITY
Capital: Vatican city
Currency: Euro
Language: Italian
Area: 1km²
Population: 842
Density: 799.0/km²
Calling code: +379
Internet domain: .va
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