Libya
Libya is a country in Africa. Its capital is Tripoli, and it shares land borders with 6 countries.
- Capital
- Tripoli
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 1,617,029 km² Number 17 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 6 countries
What is the capital of Libya?
The capital of Libya is Tripoli.
Which countries border Libya?
Libya shares land borders with 6 countries: Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Niger, Sudan and Tunisia.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Tripoli |
|---|---|---|
 Tunisia | Tunis | 515 km (320 mi) |
 Algeria | Algiers | 1,019 km (633 mi) |
 Egypt | Cairo | 1,739 km (1,080 mi) |
 Chad | N’Djamena | 2,316 km (1,439 mi) |
 Niger | Niamey | 2,429 km (1,510 mi) |
 Sudan | Khartoum | 2,747 km (1,707 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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