Ukraine
The largest country entirely within Europe, Ukraine rolls out endless black-earth wheat fields that helped earn it the nickname 'breadbasket of Europe'.
WHAT THE FLAG MEANS â—¢
Two equal horizontal bands, blue over yellow, evoking a blue sky above golden fields of ripe wheat.
Ukraine FACTS â—¢
| Capital | Kyiv |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 41,167,335 |
| Area | 603,550 km² |
| Population density | 68 /km² |
| Currency | Hryvnia (UAH) â‚´ |
| Official language | Ukrainian |
| Calling code | +380 |
| Internet TLD | .ua |
| Time zones | UTC+02:00, UTC+03:00 |
| Drives on the | Right |
| ISO codes | UA / UKR |
DID YOU KNOW? â—¢
- It's the biggest country lying entirely within Europe by land area.
- Its famously fertile 'chernozem' black soil makes it one of the world's leading grain and sunflower-oil exporters.
- Kyiv is one of Europe's oldest capitals, with roots stretching back well over a thousand years.
- Its capital's metro boasts Arsenalna station, among the deepest underground stations in the world.
Ukraine FAQ â—¢
What is the capital of Ukraine?
The capital of Ukraine is Kyiv.
What is the population of Ukraine?
Ukraine has a population of about 41,167,335.
What currency does Ukraine use?
Ukraine uses the Hryvnia (UAH).
What languages are spoken in Ukraine?
The official language of Ukraine is Ukrainian.
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