The flag of Kyrgyzstan features a yellow sun with forty rays at the center of a red field. At the center of the sun is a stylized depiction of a tunduk.

Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyz Republic

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Kyrgyzstan (officially Kyrgyz Republic) is an independent country located in Central Asia, Asia. With a population of 7,281,800 people, it ranks #106 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 199,951 km² (#88 globally), with a population density of 36 people per km². The capital city is Bishkek. The official languages are Kyrgyz, Russian.

Key Facts

Population

7,281,800

#106 world ranking

Area

199,951 km²

#88 world ranking

Population Density

36/km²

Capital

Bishkek

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+06:00

Continent

Asia

Bordering Countries

4

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

Bordering Countries (4)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Kyrgyzstan?
The capital of Kyrgyzstan is Bishkek.
What is the population of Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan has a population of 7,281,800 people, ranking #106 in the world by population.
How big is Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan covers an area of 199,951 km², ranking #88 in the world by area. The population density is 36 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Kyrgyzstan?
The official languages of Kyrgyzstan are: Kyrgyz, Russian.
What is the currency of Kyrgyzstan?
The currency of Kyrgyzstan is Kyrgyzstani som (с).
What countries border Kyrgyzstan?
Kyrgyzstan shares borders with 4 countries: China, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan.

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