Belarus Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for Belarus:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  Belarus |
| Capital City | Minsk |
| Population | 9,449,323 |
| Land Area | 207,600 km² |
| Official Currency | BYN (Ruble) |
| Official Languages | Belarusian, Russian |
| Timezone | UTC+3 |
| European Union Member | No (Non-EU) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 53.71°N, 27.95°E |
What is Belarus?
Belarus is a European nation located at coordinates 53.71°N, 27.95°E. Its capital city is Minsk, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 207,600 km² and is home to a population of approximately 9,449,323 residents. The official currency used is BYN (Ruble), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are Belarusian, Russian.
Geographically, Belarus is positioned in Europe's UTC+3 timezone. Though not a member state of the European Union, Belarus maintains a unique geopolitical presence in Europe and coordinates closely with neighboring European nations.
How to Explore Belarus on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of Belarus. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on Belarus upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how Belarus 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 Belarus?
The capital of Belarus is Minsk. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is Belarus part of the European Union?
No, Belarus is not a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in Belarus?
The official currency of Belarus is BYN (Ruble) and the official language(s) spoken is/are Belarusian, Russian.