What are the countries that start with c? The list includes Canada, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Chad, Costa Rica, Cote D’Ivoire, Comoros. Some of these countries are in Africa or Asia.
Cambodia
Country Cambodia is located in Southeast Asia and shares borders with Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and the Gulf of Thailand. The country has undergone major changes since the 1970s when it was part of the Khmer Rouge regime. Today, the government is trying to rebuild the nation through economic reform programs like better education and healthcare. There are many opportunities for visitors interested in exploring this hidden gem!
Cameroon
Cameroon is a country in the western part of Central Africa. It borders Nigeria to the West, Chad to the North, Equatorial Guinea and Gabon to the East, and Angola to the South. Cameroon’s capital, Yaoundé, is located in its center. The country is largely rainforest with large areas of savanna grasslands in the south-east.
Canada
The country of Canada has a total landmass of 2,724,989 square kilometres. It is the second largest country in the world by its total area of land. The majority of Canada’s population lives on the southern edge of the country near the US border. As well, there are 9 provinces and 3 territories that make up this country. There are many types of animals that live in Canada including moose, wolves, beavers, polar bears, and more.
Cape Verde
Cape Verde is a small island nation located off the western coast of Africa. It first became inhabited by settlers from West Africa, and later was colonized by Portugal for 400 years. Today, it is an independent country with a population of about 500,000 people. The majority of Cape Verde’s inhabitants live on the island of Santiago (63%). Much like the rest of the world, Cape Verde has been subject to globalization and modernization.
Central African Republic
The Central African Republic is located in the heart of Africa. The country has one of the lowest life expectancies in the world and is ranked last for Human Development globally among countries with a population of more than one million people. This year, the CAR was added to the Ebola travel ban list and it’s estimated that there are at least 2,000 people who have died from Ebola in CAR since December 2013.
Chad
The Republic of Chad is a landlocked country in Central Africa with an area of 1,284,000 km2. The country’s population was estimated to be 12.5 million people in 2014. Chad is the 4th largest (by population) and 3rd poorest (by GDP per capita) nation in Africa after Nigeria and Ethiopia.
Chile
As of February 2018, Chile is ranked number 18 in the world for its total area of 756,096 square kilometers. Its population at the time was estimated at 17,220,868. Chile has a GDP of $293.1 billion and ranks as 36th on the global list for GDP per capita. Chile’s economy is largely dependent on our export market.
China
China is the world’s most populous country and one of the largest consumers and producers of food. With a population of around 1.4 billion people, China has a diverse climate and terrain with varying agricultural outputs. The country supplies corn, wheat, rice, soybeans, and potatoes to its citizens, who also consume meat from pigs and cows.
Colombia
Colombia is a diverse country in South America. It is bordered by the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean and it has a population of over 46 million. Colombia’s climate can vary drastically, with lowlands having an even year-long temperature and highlands experiencing colder temperatures during the winter. The landscape is made up of mostly mountains, jungles, and rivers that can be found to be dense in biodiversity.
Comoros
The Republic of Comoros is a country located on the northern half of the island of Grande Comore that also includes Mayotte, Anjouan and Mohéli. The country’s name comes from the Arabic word “al qumur” which means ‘island’ or ‘archipelago’. The islands were once ruled by different sultans, but became a French colony in 1841 and gained their independence in 1975.
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
The Republic of Congo is in Western Africa. It shares borders with several other countries including the Central African Republic, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The country is named after the Congo River, which traverses through it. There are over 18 million people living in the country and they speak French or Lingala. The country has oil reserves that are still being explored.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica, the most developed country in Central America, is located on the Pacific coast of Latin America. The country is home to a population of around 4.8 million, with over 60% living in the capital city San Jose. Residents are primarily of mixed African and European ancestry, with Latin Americans forming the largest minority group.
Cote d’Ivoire
Country Cote d’Ivoire, the Ivory Coast, is a West African country. It is bordered by Ghana to the west, Burkina Faso to the north and Liberia to the northeast. The capital of Cote d’Ivoire is Abidjan and it has a population of about 20 million people.
Croatia
In the small country of Croatia, a diverse culture thrives. Croatian people can trace their ancestry back to tribes from all over Europe, giving them a rich heritage. Croats have a national sport called “Handball” and also enjoy going to festivals celebrating folk music. But this is not the only thing Croatians have to share with the world. In recent years, Croatia has become an increasingly popular tourist destination for Europeans taking off from nearby airports in Italy or France.
Cuba
Cuba is a country in the Caribbean, with a population of 11 million and an area of 109,884 sq. mi (280,262 sq. km). It gained independence from Spain in 1902 and was ruled by the military dictator Fulgencio Batista until 1959 when Fidel Castro overthrew him and established Communist rule. Cuba became a one-party socialist state, with no democratic or free elections.
Curacao
Country Curacao is a sparsely populated island in the Caribbean Sea. The island was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1499 and was quickly colonized by settlers from nearby Venezuela. For a while, Curacao was used as a fueling stop for ships crossing the Atlantic Ocean, but over time it became an important whaling port and then a major producer of oil. Unfortunately, because of its fast development, the country has seen its population skyrocket and the resulting environmental consequences have been considerable.
Cyprus
Country Cyprus is a small island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is located on the edge of Turkey and Greece, and has been inhabited for centuries by people from these two countries. The largest city and capital of Cypriot people is Nicosia. This city is divided by a wall that was installed during British occupation in 1974 to stop conflict between Greeks and Turks.
Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is a small country in Europe that consists of large cities and rural areas. One popular tourist destination is Kutna Hora, which was once an important mining city. The country is home to over 10 million people, but it has a low population density.
Cook Islands
The Cook Islands are a group of 15 islands in the southern Pacific. They are located east of New Zealand, north of Tonga and south of French Polynesia. Their population is around 13,500 people with an average annual income of $6,700 USD. The islands are small and there are no major natural resources. For years the country has relied on tourism for economic revenue.