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Australia

Australia
Capital
Canberra
Population
26.5M
Area
7,692,024 km²
Language
English

Australia is a country in Oceania, Oceania. Its capital is Canberra, with a population of approximately 26.5M and a total area of 7,692,024 km². The official language is English and the currency is the Dollar (A$).

📊 Quick Facts about Australia

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Population
26.5M
total residents
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Total Area
7,692,024 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
3.5/km²
people per km²
💰
GDP (nominal)
$1.69T
total output
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GDP per Capita
$63,800
per person
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Currency
Dollar (A$)
legal tender
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Language(s)
English
official
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Coastline
25,760 km
total shore
🕐
Timezone
UTC+8 to +11
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1901
established
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Local Time in Canberra

Australia covers an area of 7,692,024 km² with a population density of 3.5/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $1.69T ($63,800 per capita) and gained independence in 1901. It has a coastline of 25,760 km.

Did You Know?

Australia is the only country that is also a continent. It has more species of venomous snakes than any other country, and the country is wider than the Moon.

💡 Interesting Facts about Australia

  1. Australia is the only continent that is also a country.
  2. More than 80% of Australia's animals are found nowhere else on Earth.
  3. Australia has more venomous snakes than any other country in the world.
  4. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest living structure on Earth, visible from space.

✈️ Travel Information for Australia

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Best Time to Visit
September–November, March–May
Varied — tropical north, arid center, temperate south
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Cost of Travel
🔴 Expensive
Expensive — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$12–20
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$80–180
per night
🛂
Visa
ETA required for most nationalities
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type I, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Left
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Australia on the Map

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📍 Sydney, Australia

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🏆 Australia World Rankings

6th
Area
6th largest country in the world
13th
Economy
13th largest GDP globally
1st
Marsupials
Most marsupial species of any country
1st
Venomous Animals
Home to the most venomous creatures on Earth

🏛 Must-See Places in Australia

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Sydney Opera House

The iconic UNESCO sail-shaped performing arts venue on Sydney Harbour

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Uluru / Ayers Rock

A sacred Aboriginal monolith rising 348m from the desert — Australia's spiritual heart

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Great Barrier Reef

The world's largest coral reef system, visible from space, stretching 2,300km

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The Twelve Apostles

Dramatic limestone stacks rising from the Southern Ocean along the Great Ocean Road

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Australia

What is the capital of Australia?

The capital of Australia is Canberra.

What language is spoken in Australia?

The official language(s) of Australia are English.

What is the population of Australia?

The population of Australia is approximately 26.5M.

What currency does Australia use?

Australia uses the Dollar (A$).

What continent is Australia in?

Australia is located in Oceania, in the Oceania region.

What is the GDP of Australia?

Australia has a GDP of $1.69T, with a GDP per capita of $63,800.

What is the best time to visit Australia?

The best time to visit Australia is September–November, March–May. The climate is Varied — tropical north, arid center, temperate south.

Do I need a visa for Australia?

ETA required for most nationalities

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