Albania
Southern Europe
Albania is a country in Southern Europe, home to 2.8 million people, with an area of 28,748 km². Its capital is Tirana.
- Capital
- Tirana
- Population
- 2.8 million
- Area
- 28,748 km²
- Region
- Southern Europe
- Density
- 95.7 / km²
- Status
- Sovereign state
Population: UN World Population Prospects, 2024 revision. Area: CIA World Factbook.
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Albania at a glance
- Language
- Albanian is the official language, with many other languages spoken throughout the country
- Currency
- Albanian lek
- Religion
- Islam and Christianity are the main religions in Albania
- National dish
- Tavë kosi (a baked dish made with lamb and yogurt)
- Climate
- Albania has a Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters in most parts of the country. The mountainous regions can have colder temperatures and more snowfall.
- Main industries
- Agriculture, energy, and tourism
- GDP
- $15.2 billion (2020 estimate)
- Development
- Albania is considered an upper-middle-income country with a human development index (HDI) ranking of 70 out of 189 countries (2020).
Albania in pictures
Albania on video
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Albania compared with its neighbours
How it sits against the other countries of Southern Europe.
| Country | Population | Area | Capital |
|---|---|---|---|
 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 3.2 million | 51,197 km² | Sarajevo |
| Albania | 2.8 million | 28,748 km² | Tirana |
 Slovenia | 2.1 million | 20,273 km² | Ljubljana |
 North Macedonia | 1.8 million | 25,713 km² | Skopje |
Ranked 141st of 195 countries by population and 140th by area.
Questions about Albania
What is the capital of Albania?
The capital of Albania is Tirana.
How many people live in Albania?
About 2.8 million people. Ranked 141st of 195 countries by population and 140th by area.
How big is Albania?
Albania covers 28,748 km², in Southern Europe.
What language is spoken in Albania?
Albanian is the official language, with many other languages spoken throughout the country.
What currency is used in Albania?
Albanian lek.
Is Albania a country?
Yes. Albania is a sovereign state and is counted among the 195 countries this generator draws from.