Overview
A guide to capital cities and why some countries have special capital arrangements. This guide is written for students, teachers, and general readers who want practical geography explanations.
Educational guide
Countries and Capitals
A guide to capital cities and why some countries have special capital arrangements.
Why it matters
Country data affects maps, quizzes, school reports, travel planning, international comparisons, and how people understand the world.
Keep facts current
Population, borders, names, currencies, and travel details can change. Important claims should be checked before publication.
Related country records
| Country | Capital | Continent | Population | Area | Currency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Afghanistan | Kabul | Asia | 43.8 million | 652,230 km² | Afghan afghani |
 Albania | Tirana | Europe | 2.4 million | 28,748 km² | Albanian lek |
 Algeria | Algiers | Africa | 47.4 million | 2,381,741 km² | Algerian dinar |
 American Samoa | Pago Pago | Oceania | 49.7 thousand | 199 km² | United States dollar |
 Andorra | Andorra la Vella | Europe | 88.4 thousand | 468 km² | euro |
 Angola | Luanda | Africa | 36.2 million | 1,246,700 km² | Angolan kwanza |
 Anguilla | The Valley | North America | 16 thousand | 91 km² | Eastern Caribbean dollar |
 Antarctica | No official capital listed | Antarctica | 1.3 thousand | 14,000,000 km² | Not listed |