Albania Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for Albania:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  Albania |
| Capital City | Tirana |
| Population | 2,877,797 |
| Land Area | 28,748 km² |
| Official Currency | ALL (Lek) |
| Official Languages | Albanian |
| Timezone | UTC+1 |
| European Union Member | No (Non-EU) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 41.15°N, 20.17°E |
What is Albania?
Albania is a European nation located at coordinates 41.15°N, 20.17°E. Its capital city is Tirana, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 28,748 km² and is home to a population of approximately 2,877,797 residents. The official currency used is ALL (Lek), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are Albanian.
Geographically, Albania is positioned in Europe's UTC+1 timezone. Though not a member state of the European Union, Albania maintains a unique geopolitical presence in Europe and coordinates closely with neighboring European nations.
How to Explore Albania on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of Albania. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on Albania upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how Albania borders other nations in the region. Use your mouse scroll wheel or pinch gestures to zoom further into the map, and hover over specific regions to view tooltips showing coordinates, capitals, and country names in real time.
Static Illustration of the Europe Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Albania?
The capital of Albania is Tirana. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is Albania part of the European Union?
No, Albania is not a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in Albania?
The official currency of Albania is ALL (Lek) and the official language(s) spoken is/are Albanian.