Chad: Entertainment, Food, Languages, Places To Visit + More

Chad is pronounced “ch·ad” and and is one of the 9 countries located in Central Africa. The largest landlocked country in Africa. This country gained its independence on August 11, 1960. This country was named after Lake Chad. Continue reading below to learn more about the beautiful African country, Chad.

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What Does The Chad Flag Represent?

• BLUE: symbolizes hope and the blue sky
• YELLOW: represents the desert and the sun
• RED: represents the blood that has been shed in the nation’s history

Where is Chad located?

Chad is located in Central Africa bordered by Libya, Sudan, Central African Republic, Nigeria and Niger.

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Facts About Chad:

1. Capital: N’Djamena
2. Population: 16.8 Million

What Are The Official Languages of Chad?

Chadian Arabic and French are the official languages of Chad. Other languages spoken in this country include;

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What Is The Currency of Chad?

Central African Franc is the currency used used in the Chad.

$1 = 644.14

$20 = 12882.74

$60 = 38648.23

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What Are The Religions of Chad?

Religion: In Chad the 2 main religions practiced are; Islam (57%) and Christianity (39%).

Places to visit in Chad:

I hope this information has given you more insight into Chad but there is so much more to learn! Visit their tourism website here to see more.

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