Burundi country

 

 

Burundi Capital: Gitega

Burundi Dialing code: +257

Burundi Airport code: BJM

Burundi Continent: Africa

Burundi Area: 10,750 sq mi  (27,830 km2)

Burundi Currency:  Burundian Franc

Burundi Official Language:  French, English, Kirundi

Burundi Population: 1.4 million (Approx.)

Burundi National Day: 1 July

Burundi National Animal: Transvaal lion

Burundi National Bird: No official

Burundi National Fruit: matoke

Burundi National Flower:  Bujumbura

Burundi National Tree: Lulu tree

Burundi National Sport: Football

Burundi Time zone: UTC +2 ( GMT +2)

Burundi Driving side: Right side of the road

 

Burundi Flag:

The white saltire represents peace, and the red and green panels represent blood and hope. 3 Stars represents the ethnic groups of Hutu, the Twa, and the Tutsi. Loyalty represents loyalty.

Culture of Burundi:

Diversified factors influence the majority of Burundi. Their culture is mixed with traditional and Christian cultures. Burundi is both rich and diverse in some areas. The majority of the religion in Burundi is Islam and Christianity.

The people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Mixed with local tradition and neighboring countries influences it attracts visitors. Burundi is full of national parks and reserves.

Must visit places in Burundi:

• Bururi Mugara Hot Springs
• Rumonge
• Karera Falls
• Rusizi National Park

Traditional Festivals in Burundi:

• Umuganuro
• Independence Day
• Ndadaye Day
• Assumption

Burundi Must-try Foods:

• Isombe
• Maharagwe
• Ugali
• Mukeke

Weather in Burundi:

Burundi has two seasons wet and Dry. Wet February-May. Dry June-December.

Economics of Burundi:

Burundi is more dependent on Agriculture. Its GDP is $3 billion (approximately), ranking it 135 in the world. This country has 72% debt. Burundi's main income source is Agriculture and tourism.

Burundi imports Petroleum, Machinery, Cement, and Food. Its exports are Tea, Coffee, agriculture, and Rolled tobacco.

Burundi export and import partners, Kenya, Switzerland, India, Belgium, Pakistan, China, Belgium, Egypt, and Uganda are also partners.

Sports in Burundi:

Football is the most popular and national sport in Burundi. Football, Basketball, Volleyball, handball, cycling, and athletics are popular sports in Burundi.

Transport in Burundi:

How many airports in Burundi:

There are 3 airports including international, private, and domestic. Melchior Ndadaye International Airport is the biggest airport in Burundi.

Burundi's main public transport modes include buses, airlines, Non-motorized transport, and taxis. These are low-cost ways to get around.

How many countries travel without visas to Burundi?

There are 19 countries without visas. It grants 14 e-visas and 27 on-arrival visas. A visa is required for 166 countries.

The passport ranks 74 in the world.

Defense in Burundi:

Burundi is the safest country in the world. The National Defence Force of Burundi (FDNB), with limited powers of 31,000 (approx...) active duty personnel, and people protecting their country. $0.10 billion approx. budget of defense. The rank of defense in the world is 127.

Burundi Interesting Facts:

1. The country’s motto, “Ubumwe, Ibikorwa, Iterambere” means “Unity, Work, Progress” in Kirundi.
2. Ninety percent of the population of Burundi is employed in agriculture.
3. Burundi is a country heavily affected by sex trafficking and forced child labor.
4. Burundi has been home to The Twa, Hutu, and Tutsi peoples for at least five hundred years.
5. Burundi is a member of the United Nations.