CongoRepublic of the Congo: capital, languages and currency
A first introduction to the Republic of the Congo: its capital, location in Central Africa, and recorded languages and currency.
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Syria
SyriaEssential facts about Syria and what to check before travelling
Syria is in Western Asia, and its capital is Damascus. The information available helps locate the country, but cannot confirm current conditions for travel.
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Afghanistan
AfghanistanAfghanistan, Kabul and the facts to check before travelling
Afghanistan is a landlocked country in South Asia. These reference points help locate Kabul and identify the country’s languages and currency, while making clear which details should be checked before planning.
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Gabon
GabonGabon’s location, Libreville and details to check before travel
A first overview to help place Gabon in Central Africa and distinguish stable facts from details to check before travelling.
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Kazakhstan
KazakhstanKazakhstan in Central Asia, with Astana, Kazakh and Russian, and the tenge
A starting point for locating Kazakhstan in Central Asia and learning its capital, languages and currency before planning your route.
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Mauritius
MauritiusMauritius: Port Louis and Essential Travel Information
A first look at Mauritius: its capital, location, languages and currency, plus what to check before planning your trip.
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São Tomé and Príncipe
São Tomé and PríncipeSão Tomé and Príncipe: essential facts to orient your trip
A first reference for locating the country, identifying its capital and checking what information to confirm before planning your trip.
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Albania
AlbaniaTirana, the coast and the basics of Albania
Albania is in southeastern Europe, has a coastline and has Tirana as its capital. These basics are a starting point for planning; trip details need to be checked against current information.
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Saudi Arabia
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia’s location, capital, language and currency
Capital, location, language and currency: a reliable starting point for planning a trip to Saudi Arabia and knowing what to check next.
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Bhutan
BhutanBhutan’s capital, Dzongkha and currencies to verify
A starting point for placing Bhutan in South Asia and distinguishing the basic details to confirm before planning your trip.
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Egypt
EgyptEgypt before you choose a route: geography and basic facts
A first look at Egypt’s region, capital, language and currency, with clear guidance on what to check before your trip.
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Panama
PanamaPanama at a glance: capital, Spanish and currencies
A quick introduction to Panama’s place in Central America, with its capital, language and currencies to know before planning your trip.
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