Geography
Angola is in Middle Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -12.5, 18.5; it has DR Congo, Namibia, Republic of the Congo, Zambia.
Neighboring countries: DR Congo, Namibia, Republic of the Congo, Zambia
Africa
Angola
Angola is a country in Middle Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Luanda
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Middle Africa
- Population
- 36.2 million
- Area
- 1,246,700 km²
- Currency
- Angolan kwanza (AOA)
- Official language
- Portuguese
- Calling code
- +244
- Internet TLD
- .ao
- Time zone
- UTC+01:00
Angola map preview: -12.50, 18.50
People and Culture
Angola uses Portuguese in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Angola varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Angola is recorded with the official name Republic of Angola. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Luanda
- Middle Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Luanda
- Time zone data: UTC+01:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Angola is grouped under Africa.
- Angola has a listed area of 1,246,700 km².
- Angola is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Angola
What is the capital of Angola?
The capital of Angola is Luanda.
What continent is Angola in?
Angola is in Africa.
What currency does Angola use?
Angola uses the Angolan kwanza.
What language is spoken in Angola?
Portuguese is listed for Angola in this database.