Costa Rica is located in Latin America and borders the countries of Nicaragua and Panama. The country has two magnificent coastlines, one facing the Pacific and one facing the Caribbean. Full of natural beauty, it not only offers its visitors a lush flora, but also a wonderful variety of animals – above all, of course,… Read More »
Located on the northern coast of the South American continent, Colombia is the second largest country in South America. The country borders on Panama, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru and Ecuador, among others, and is home to the highest coastal mountain range on earth: the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Although for decades marked by armed conflicts… Read More »
China is one of the largest countries on earth in terms of area and has an incredible 1,300 million inhabitants. It borders 14 other countries in Asia and therefore plays a central role alongside Russia on the continent, but also worldwide. The communist-ruled country is varied, exciting and has a long history rich in culture.… Read More »
Located in South America, Chile stretches 4,300 kilometers from north to south. The country borders Argentina, Bolivia and Peru. In terms of landscape, it is perhaps the most interesting country in South America. Tierra del Fuego, the Andes, Patagonia, volcanoes, the Atacama Desert and much more are a paradise for nature lovers and photographers. Capital… Read More »
Burundi is one of the smallest countries in Africa and one of the poorest countries in the world. It borders with Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda. In terms of landscape, the national parks and Lake Tanganyika are particularly interesting. Capital City Gitega Size 27,834 km² Resident 11,100,000 Official Language Kirundi, French… Read More »
Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa. The country is one of the poorest countries in the world. It borders Mali to the east, Ivory Coast to the south and Niger, Benin, Togo and Ghana to the west. It is particularly interesting because of its cultural diversity. Capital City Ouagadougou Size 267,950 km²… Read More »
Bulgaria is located on the eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula, bordering Greece, Macedonia, Romania and Turkey. The varied and beautiful country offers holidaymakers in Europe very good value for money and has both great beaches and excellent ski areas. Capital City Sofia Size 110.994 km² Resident 7.200.000 Official Language Bulgarian Currency Lew Time Zone… Read More »
Brunei is located in the South China Sea on the island of Borneo, bordering Malaysia. The strictly Islamic country is considered to be very rich, but not yet developed for tourism. Capital City Bandar Seri Begawan Size 5,765 km² Resident 429,000 Official Language Malay Currency Brunei dollar Time Zone UTC+8 Telephone Area Code +673 Source:… Read More »
Brazil is located in South America and is one of the largest countries on earth. The country borders French Guiana, Suriname, Guyana, Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, Paraguay, Uruguay and Argentina. Among other things, Brazil is known for its rainforests and of course for the carnival in Rio. Capital City Brasilia Size 8,515,770 km² Resident 205… Read More »
Botswana is a landlocked country in southern Africa, bordering South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. The country impresses with diverse nature, beautiful landscapes and its great biodiversity. It is one of the most sparsely populated countries on earth. Capital City Gaborone Size 581,730 km² Resident 2,025,000 Official Language Setswana, English Currency Pula Time Zone UTC+2… Read More »
Bosnia and Herzegovina is located in southern Europe near the sea and is one of the so-called Balkan states. The country borders Serbia, Croatia and Montenegro. Capital City Sarajevo Size 51,197 km² Resident 3,800,000 Official Language Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian Currency Marka Time Zone UTC+1/+2 Telephone Area Code +387 Fast facts to know Country name “Bosnia”… Read More »
Bolivia is located in South America, bordering Peru, Chile, Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. The country is one of the poorest countries in South America and is particularly interesting because of its landscape. The impressive Andes, the world’s largest salt lake, Lake Titicaca, beautiful, colorful lagoons – there are so many beautiful and impressive landscapes to… Read More »
Bhutan is considered one of the most pristine countries on earth. The kingdom is located in South Asia and is about the size of Switzerland. It borders the Himalayas to the north. The neighboring countries are China and India. Tourism is only state-controlled here in order to preserve the beauty of the country. Capital City… Read More »
Benin is in West Africa. It is considered a developing country and borders Togo, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria and the Gulf of Guinea. Benin is one of the poorest countries in the world. It is not considered a safe travel destination. Capital City Porto-Novo Size 111.622 km² Resident 10.598.500 Official Language French Currency CFA-Franc Time… Read More »
Belize is located in Central America between Mexico and Guatemala. The small country is often used as a stopover when traveling between these two countries. In terms of landscape, it is one of the most interesting countries in the Caribbean and offers a wonderful variety with many beautiful nature reserves, from rainforest to beaches to… Read More »
Belgium is one of the smallest countries in Europe. It borders the Atlantic Ocean to the west and the Ardennes to the south-east. Neighboring countries are the Netherlands, Luxembourg, France and Germany. The cosy, small country is, among other things, the place of origin of french fries, some world-famous comics and a popular producer of… Read More »
Barbados is the easternmost island of the Lesser Antilles and lies in the Atlantic Ocean about 800 kilometers northwest of the South American coast. The country belongs to the Commonwealth of Nations. Warm climate, beautiful beaches, cultural festivals and breathtaking natural wonders attract many travelers to this beautiful island every year. But be careful, there… Read More »
Bangladesh is located in South Asia and borders both Myanmar and India. The very poor country only became independent in 1971 as a result of the Bangladesh war. The country’s national animal is the endangered Bengal tiger. Around 600 to 700 specimens live in the protected mangrove forest area of the Sundarbans. Capital City dhaka… Read More »
Bahrain consists of 33 islands and is located in the Arabian Gulf between Saudi Arabia and Qatar. A world of desert and water that offers variety and is particularly interesting for those interested in archeology. The contrast between modern cities and exciting desert landscapes also attracts many western travelers like Dubai. Capital City Manama Size… Read More »
The Bahamas is an island paradise in the Atlantic Ocean located southeast of the United States. Geographically it belongs to Central America. Only about 30% of the more than 700 islands in the Bahamas are inhabited. A trip to the island can be perfectly combined with a Florida vacation. Capital City Nassau Size 13.939 km²… Read More »
Azerbaijan was once part of the former Soviet Union. The country lies on the Caspian Sea, is rich in oil reserves and has always been an important hub on the Silk Road. Azerbaijan borders Russia, Georgia, Iran, Armenia and Turkey. Capital City Baku Size 86,600 km² Resident 9,593,000 Official Language Azerbaijani Currency Azerbaijani Manat Time… Read More »
Austria is considered an Alpine country and borders – lying in the heart of Europe – on Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Italy, Slovakia, Hungary, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The wonderful and scenically beautiful country offers exciting excursion destinations in summer and winter. The capital Vienna is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Capital… Read More »
Australia is an unbelievably large, diverse and beautiful country that is high on my own wish list. From breathtaking coastal landscapes, gorgeous beaches to deserts, the outback and hostile environments, this country has it all. Of course, it is also known for its biodiversity, which also includes kangaroos, crocodiles and of course the koalas. Capital… Read More »
Armenia is located in the Caucasus and borders the countries of Georgia, Azerbaijan, Iran and Turkey. After a checkered history of oppression and foreign rule, the country declared its independence in 1991. Capital City Jerewan Size 29.800 km² Resident 3.020.000 Official Language Armenian Currency Dram Time Zone UTC+4 Telephone Area Code +374 Source: Destination Explorer… Read More »
Argentina is located in the south of South America and is particularly interesting in terms of landscape. Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego, the Andes, the rainforest, gigantic waterfalls – the country has so much to offer. Economically troubled from time to time and shaken by inflation, life for the Gouchos in this South American country is… Read More »
Antigua and Barbuda are part of the Lesser Antilles. The archipelago, which consists of the two large main islands and some smaller islands, is located southeast of Puerto Rico between the North Atlantic and the Caribbean. Capital City Saint John’s Size 442 km² Resident 85.632 Official Language English Currency East Caribbean Dollar Time Zone UTC-4… Read More »
After the end of a 25-year civil war, Angola is slowly being rebuilt and increasingly being rediscovered as a tourist destination. The fantastic, original nature of Africa, the many wild animals, varied landscapes and the fact that the country has not yet been discovered by mass tourism make Angola (still) a real insider tip. Capital… Read More »
The small co-principality of Andorra is located in the east of the Pyrenees in a high valley and has borders with France and Spain. It is known above all for its beautiful mountain landscapes and its relatively inexpensive shopping facilities. Capital City Andorra la Vella Size 468 km² Resident 77.000 Official Language Catalan Currency Euro… Read More »
Algeria is located in northern Africa and is one of the two largest countries on this continent. The main part of the population lives in the north of the country near the coast. The south, on the other hand, which is mainly shaped by the Sahara, is only sparsely populated. Capital City Algiers Size 2.381.741… Read More »
The Balkan state of Albania has had an eventful history and was strongly influenced by Stalinism until the early 1990s. The country borders with Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia and Greece. With its beautiful coastal landscape and magnificent mountains, it is still considered an insider tip in Europe. Capital City Tirane Size 28,748 km² Resident 2,800,000 Official… Read More »