Interesting Albania Facts
Albania is a coastal country located in Southern Europe where it is bordered by Greece, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro and the Adriatic Sea. It spreads over 28,748 km2 of land. The approximate population of Albania is in excess of 2,930,187.
Learn interesting Albania facts and information about this European country with our fact file for kids. Explore important facts about the population, location, size, climate, currency, flag, continent, language, people, culture, geography, landscape and landmarks of Albania.
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Albania Fact File: Continent: Europe * Country Name(s): Albania, Republic of Albania * Location: Southern Europe * Bordering: Greece, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro and the Adriatic Sea * Capital City: Tirana * Size: 28,748 km2 * Estimated Population: over 2,930,187 * Currency: Albanian lek (ALL) * Language(s): Albanian * Country Code: +355
Interesting Albania Facts for Kids
Interesting Facts for Kids 1: Size & location facts
Albania forms part of the continent of Europe, where it has a coastal position and is bordered by Greece, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro and the Adriatic Sea. There are seven continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Antarctica, Australia (Oceania). Europe is the world's second smallest continent, spanning a total area of 10,180,000 km2. Europe has 51 countries, with some countries belonging to both Europe and Asia, and forms 6.8% of the world's landmass. Albania is a coastal country that stretches across a total area of approximately 28,748 km2. It is one of the smaller countries situated in mainland Europe. Albania is slightly smaller than Belgium but larger than Macedonia.
Interesting Facts for Kids 2: Population facts
The population of this European country is in excess of 2,930,187 people. The majority of Albania's inhabitants reside in Tirana which is the country's most populous city. Albania has an average population when compared to most other countries across the world, its overall population density is approximately 111 people per sq km. The estimated population of Europe is approximately 738,442,000 inhabitants, making it the continent with the second smallest population in the world. The continents in order of population, starting with highest population first, are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia (Oceania Region) and Antarctica. The total population of the entire world is in excess of 7.6 billion people.
Interesting Facts for Kids 3: Capital & major cities
The capital of Albania is Tirana. The names of other major cities located in this country are Durrës, Elbasan, Vlorë, Shkodër and Pogradec.
Interesting Facts for Kids 4: Country borders
The following border information provides details on the length of Albania's borders:
Coastline 362 km, Greece 212 km, Kosovo 112 km, Macedonia 181 km, Montenegro 186 km.
Interesting Facts for Kids 5: Climate and geography facts
Albania has a mild temperate climate. The weather conditions during the winter season can be described as cloudy and wet with cool temperatures. The summer months are hot and dry, and the skies are usually clear from cloud cover. The temperature in Albania is generally lower inland where wetter conditions typically occur. Albania is a mountainous and hilly country with small plains along its coastal regions. The lowest point of Albania is the Adriatic Sea at 0m, and the highest point of elevation is Maja e Korabit at 2,764m.
Interesting Facts for Kids 6: Natural Resources of Albania
Natural resources can be defined as materials and substances that occur naturally on Earth. Natural resources are very important across the world, and can be exploited for economic gain. The level of natural resources present in an individual country depends on varying factors which are influenced by the geography, climate and location of that country. Some countries, such as Russia, The United States, Saudi Arabia and Canada, have many natural resources, where as some other countries have limited to none. Food, construction and transport are three primary examples of uses of natural resources. The following information provides examples of these uses: fish occurs naturally in streams, rivers, lakes and oceans, and can be caught for food consumption. Wood/timber can be extracted from forests for construction purposes, i.e. to build homes and furniture. Crude oils can be refined into different kinds of fuels in order to power vehicles/cars. The natural resources found in Albania include natural gas, petroleum, coal, bauxite, chromite, iron ore, copper, nickel, salt, timber, hydropower (water power) and arable land suitable for growing crops.
Interesting Facts for Kids 7: Language facts
The official language of Albania is Albanian. Other languages that are used as a first language by a very small number of the population include Greek, Macedonian, Romani, Vlach and Turkish.
Interesting Facts for Kids 8: Religion facts
The main religion of Albania is Muslim at approximately 56% of the population. People belonging to the Islamic religion worship Allah. In the English language, the word Allah refers to God in Islam. Those belonging to the religion of Islam believe in one god. Most of Albania’s population are Muslim and follow the practices of Islam. Around 10% are Roman Catholic, 6% Orthodox, and 2% atheist. The remaining population either belongs to other religions or no religion at all.
Interesting Facts for Kids 9: Symbols of Albania
Each country has its own individual culture, history and identity. Flags, emblems, symbols, colors, anthems, songs and mottos represent the national pride and identity of countries across the globe. These national symbols are created through the unique history of a nation and can portray both hardship and prosperity, embodying freedom, strength and unity. Flags, emblems, songs, mottos and colors reflect the past, present and future hopes of a country, and create an important image to the rest of the world. National symbols can include a mixture of things that are symbolic to a country such as animals, birds, flowers, trees, geographical features, tools of agriculture, crops, and tools of war. Here are some important facts on the symbols, songs and colors of Albania:
National symbol(s): black double-headed eagle
National colors: red and black
National Anthem/Song: Hymni i Flamurit (Translation: Hymn to the Flag)
National Holiday(s): Independence Day (Flag Day) 28 November (1912)