Geography
São Tomé and Príncipe is in Middle Africa, Africa. Its listed coordinates are 1, 7; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Africa
São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and Príncipe 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
- São Tomé
- Continent
- Africa
- Region
- Middle Africa
- Population
- 209.6 thousand
- Area
- 964 km²
- Currency
- São Tomé and Príncipe dobra (STN)
- Official language
- Portuguese
- Calling code
- +239
- Internet TLD
- .st
- Time zone
- UTC
São Tomé and Príncipe map preview: 1.00, 7.00
People and Culture
São Tomé and Príncipe 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 São Tomé and Príncipe 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
São Tomé and Príncipe is recorded with the official name Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe. 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
- São Tomé
- Middle Africa cultural and historic sites
- Africa map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: São Tomé
- Time zone data: UTC
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- São Tomé and Príncipe is grouped under Africa.
- São Tomé and Príncipe has a listed area of 964 km².
- São Tomé and Príncipe is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about São Tomé and Príncipe
What is the capital of São Tomé and Príncipe?
The capital of São Tomé and Príncipe is São Tomé.
What continent is São Tomé and Príncipe in?
São Tomé and Príncipe is in Africa.
What currency does São Tomé and Príncipe use?
São Tomé and Príncipe uses the São Tomé and Príncipe dobra.
What language is spoken in São Tomé and Príncipe?
Portuguese is listed for São Tomé and Príncipe in this database.