United States
United States is a country in North America, North America. Its capital is Washington D.C., with a population of approximately 335M and a total area of 9,833,517 km². The official language is English and the currency is the Dollar ($).
📊 Quick Facts about United States
United States covers an area of 9,833,517 km² with a population density of 34/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $25.5T ($76,370 per capita) and gained independence in 1776. It has a coastline of 19,924 km.
The United States has won more Nobel Prizes than any other country. It put 12 humans on the Moon between 1969 and 1972, the only country ever to do so. It is also the world's largest economy, larger than the next three combined.
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🏛 Must-See Places in United States
A UNESCO chasm 1.6km deep and 446km long carved by the Colorado River over 5-6 million years
A UNESCO 93m copper colossal gifted by France, an enduring symbol of freedom
The world's first national park, sitting atop a supervolcano with Old Faithful geyser
The iconic skyscraper-studded skyline of New York City, symbol of the American dream
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about United States
What is the capital of United States?
The capital of United States is Washington D.C..
What continent is United States in?
United States is located in North America, in the North America region.
What currency does United States use?
United States uses the Dollar ($). The international calling code is +1.
What is the GDP of United States?
United States has a GDP of $25.5T, with a GDP per capita of $76,370.
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