Geography
Burundi is in Eastern Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are -3.5, 30; it has DR Congo, Rwanda, Tanzania.
Neighboring countries: DR Congo, Rwanda, Tanzania
Africa
Burundi
Burundi is a country in Eastern Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Gitega
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Eastern Africa
- Population
- 12.3 million
- Area
- 27,834 km²
- Currency
- Burundian franc (BIF)
- Official language
- French, Kirundi
- Calling code
- +257
- Internet TLD
- .bi
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
Burundi map preview: -3.50, 30.00
People and Culture
Burundi uses French, Kirundi 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 Burundi 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
Burundi is recorded with the official name Republic of Burundi. 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
- Gitega
- Eastern Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Gitega
- Time zone data: UTC+02:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Burundi is grouped under Africa.
- Burundi has a listed area of 27,834 km².
- Burundi is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Burundi
What is the capital of Burundi?
The capital of Burundi is Gitega.
What continent is Burundi in?
Burundi is in Africa.
What currency does Burundi use?
Burundi uses the Burundian franc.
What language is spoken in Burundi?
French, Kirundi is listed for Burundi in this database.