kazakhstan
Population facts The population of this Asian country is in excess of 19,000,000 people. The majority of Kazakhstan's inhabitants reside in Almaty which is the country's most populous city. Kazakhstan has a low population density when compared to most other countries across the world, with around 7 people per sq km. This is because Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world by area but has a relatively small population. The estimated population of Asia is approximately 4,393,296,000 inhabitants, making it the continent with the largest population in the world. The continents in order of population, starting with highest population first, are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia (Oceania Region) and Antarctica. The total population of the entire world is in excess of 7.8 billion people.
Capital & major cities The capital city of Kazakhstan is Astana (also known as Nur-Sultan from 2019 to 2022). Other major cities located in this country include Almaty, Shymkent, Karaganda, Aktobe and Taraz. Kazakhstan spans across a huge area of Central Asia, including vast steppes, deserts, mountains and the northern coast of the Caspian Sea.
National symbol(s): golden eagle, sun
National colors: blue and yellow
National Anthem/Song: Menin Qazaqstanim (Translation: My Kazakhstan)
National Holiday(s): Independence Day, 16 December (1991)