Geography
Liberia is in Western Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are 6.5, -9.5; it has Guinea, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone.
Neighboring countries: Guinea, Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone
Africa
Liberia
Liberia is a country in Western Africa. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Monrovia
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Western Africa
- Population
- 5.2 million
- Area
- 111,369 km²
- Currency
- Liberian dollar (LRD)
- Official language
- English
- Calling code
- +231
- Internet TLD
- .lr
- Time zone
- UTC
Liberia map preview: 6.50, -9.50
People and Culture
Liberia uses English 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 Liberia 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
Liberia is recorded with the official name Republic of Liberia. 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
- Monrovia
- Western Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Monrovia
- Time zone data: UTC
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Liberia is grouped under Africa.
- Liberia has a listed area of 111,369 km².
- Liberia is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Liberia
What is the capital of Liberia?
The capital of Liberia is Monrovia.
What continent is Liberia in?
Liberia is in Africa.
What currency does Liberia use?
Liberia uses the Liberian dollar.
What language is spoken in Liberia?
English is listed for Liberia in this database.