Why visit
Ouagadougou is the capital of Burkina Faso. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Burkina Faso at a glance
Country center
13.0°, -2.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
272,967 km²
105,393 mi²
Country population
23.6 million
86/km²
Subregion
Western Africa
Currency
West African CFA franc (Fr)
XOF
Dial
+226
Language
French
Demonym
Burkinabe
Internet
.bf
UN
Member state
ISO code
BF / BFA
Where in the world
13.0° · -2.0°
Burkina Faso
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Did you know
- Burkina Faso was renamed in 1984: the name means "Land of Upright People" in local languages Mooré and Dioula.
- The country hosts the largest film festival in Africa, FESPACO in Ouagadougou, held biennially since 1969.
- Banfora's Karfiguela waterfalls and the Sindou Peaks are among West Africa's most striking landscapes.
Bordering Burkina Faso
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 Ouagadougou
What currency is used in Ouagadougou?
Ouagadougou uses the West African CFA franc (Fr), ISO code XOF.
What languages are spoken in Burkina Faso?
The primary language is French.
What is the international calling code for Burkina Faso?
The calling code is +226.
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