Sierra Leone country

 

Sierra Leone Capital: Freetown

Sierra Leone Dialing code: +232

Sierra Leone Airport code: SLE

Sierra Leone Continent: Africa

Sierra Leone Area: 27,699 sq mi  (71,740 km2)

Sierra Leone Currency:  Sierra Leonean Leone

Sierra Leone Official Language:  English

Sierra Leone Population: 9 million (Approx.)

Sierra Leone National Day: 27 April

Sierra Leone National Animal: chimpanzee

Sierra Leone National Bird:  white-throated bee-eater

Sierra Leone National Fruit: No official

Sierra Leone National Flower:  Giant potato lilac-star flower

Sierra Leone National Tree: Silk-cotton tree

Sierra Leone National Sport: Football

Sierra Leone Time zone: UTC +00:00( GMT +00:00)

Sierra Leone Driving side: Right side of the road

 

Sierra Leone Flag:

White- represents unity

Green- represents Nature

Blue- represents Pease

Culture of the Sierra Leone:

Most of Sierra Leone has ethnic groups, a mix of ethnic groups' cultural influences, and is Indigenous. Its culture is mixed with ethnic groups and religious cultures. Sierra Leone is both rich and diverse in some areas. The most popular religions in Sierra Leone are Christianity and Islam.

Sierra Leone is full of western Africa, and the people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Its mixed religious influences attract visitors.

Must visit places in the Sierra Leone:

• Bunce Island
• Tiwai Island Wildlife Sanctuary
• Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
• Freetown

Traditional Festivals in Sierra Leone:

• Independence Day
• World AIDS Day
• Christian holidays

Sierra Leone Must-try Foods:

• Maize
• Groundnuts
• Fufu
• Jollof rice

Weather in Sierra Leone:

Sierra Leone has two seasons: the wet season in May and November. The dry season is December-April.

Economics of the Sierra Leone:

Sierra Leone is more dependent on agriculture. Its GDP is $7 billion (approximately), ranking it 120 in the world. This country has 45% debt. The natural source sector is Sierra Leone's main source of income.

Sierra Leone imports Cereals, petroleum, food, medicines, and machinery. Its exports are timber, Electrical, steel, Uranium, and Manganese.

Sierra Leone's export and import partners are China, France, India, the USA, Germany, Italy, and Indonesia.

Sports in the Sierra Leone:

Football is the most popular and national sport in Sierra Leone. Other popular sports in Sierra Leone are football, basketball, volleyball, Squash, cycling, athletes, and Boxing.

Transport in Sierra Leone:

How many airports are in Sierra Leone?

There are 11 airports including international, private, and domestic.  Freetown International Airport is the biggest airport in Sierra Leone.

Sierra Leone's main public transport modes are buses, airlines, Railways, and water, which are low-cost ways to get around.

How many countries travel without visas to Sierra Leone?

There are 44 countries without visas. It grants 8 e-visas and 20 on-arrival visas. A visa is required for 154 countries.

The passport ranks 80 in the world.

Defense in Sierra Leone:

Sierra Leone is the safest country in the world. The Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) is the military, with limited powers of 9,000 (approx...) active duty personnel, and people protecting their country. $0.02 Billion approx. budget of defense. The rank of defense in the world is 138.

Sierra Leone Country Top 5 Interesting Facts:

• Sierra Leone’s highest point is Mount Bintumani, reaching 1,945 meters (6,381 feet) above sea level.
• Sierra Leone gained independence from British rule on April 27, 1961.
• The country’s national dish is Plasas, a stew made with cassava leaves and various meats or fish.
• Sierra Leone has one of the world’s largest natural harbors, located in Freetown.
• Agriculture is a significant sector, with rice being the staple food crop and major agricultural export.