China

Asia · Capital Beijing

China is a country in Asia. Its capital city is Beijing. It has a population of around 1,392,730,000 people. The main language is Chinese and the official currency is the Chinese yuan. It shares land borders with 16 countries.

China is a country in Asia. Its capital is Beijing. It has a population of 1,392,730,000, bordering 16 countries. The official language is Chinese. The official currency is the Chinese yuan.

Where is China?

China at a glance

Capital: Beijing
Population: 1.4B
Currency: Chinese yuan
Language: Chinese
Continent: Asia
Coastline: Yes

The flag of China

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Frequently asked questions about China

What is the capital of China?

The capital of China is Beijing.

What continent is China in?

China is located in Asia.

What is the population of China?

China has a population of approximately 1,392,730,000 people.

What is the currency of China?

The official currency of China is the Chinese yuan.

What language is spoken in China?

The main language spoken in China is Chinese.

What is the flag of China?

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