Why visit
Gaborone is the capital of Botswana. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Botswana at a glance
Country center
-22.0°, 24.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
582,000 km²
224,711 mi²
Country population
2.7 million
5/km²
Subregion
Southern Africa
Currency
Botswana pula (P)
BWP
Dial
+267
Languages
English, Tswana
Demonym
Motswana
Internet
.bw
UN
Member state
ISO code
BW / BWA
Where in the world
-22.0° · 24.0°
Botswana
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Did you know
- Botswana's Okavango Delta is one of the world's last great inland deltas: a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Botswana has the highest concentration of elephants in Africa: over 130,000 in Chobe National Park alone.
- Botswana's economy grew faster than any other country between 1966 (independence) and 2000: powered by diamond mining.
Bordering Botswana
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Gaborone
What currency is used in Gaborone?
Gaborone uses the Botswana pula (P), ISO code BWP.
What languages are spoken in Botswana?
The primary languages are English and Tswana.
What is the international calling code for Botswana?
The calling code is +267.
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