Abkhazia
Abkhazia is a territory located in the South Caucasus, along the eastern coast of the Black Sea. Internationally, it is widely recognized as part of Georgia, although it has declared independence and operates with its own de facto government. The region has a complex political status shaped by historical conflicts, particularly following the dissolution of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s. A brief war between Georgian forces and Abkhaz separatists resulted in Abkhazia establishing separate administrative control, with limited international recognition from a small number of states.Geographically, Abkhazia features a diverse landscape that includes Black Sea beaches, subtropical lowlands, and the mountainous terrain of the Greater Caucasus range. Its economy is relatively small and relies on tourism, agriculture, and financial support from external partners. The region’s cultural identity reflects a mix of Abkhaz traditions, Caucasian heritage, and Soviet-era influences. Due to its disputed status, Abkhazia remains an important and sensitive topic in regional geopolitics and international relations.
New Athos Monastery in Abkhazia
Geography
Abkhazia covers 8,665 square kilometres (3,346 sq mi) and its population 245,000. Abkhazia's capital is Sukhumi.The Caucasus Mountains to the north and northeast divide Abkhazia and the Russian Federation. To the east and southeast, Abkhazia is bounded by the Georgian region of Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti; and on the south and southwest by the Black Sea.
Where is located Abkhazia in the World
Area
- Total : 8,665 km2 (3,346 sq mi)
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Time Zone
- UTC+3
- Calling Code : +7 840 / 940 and +995 44
- Latitude : 38°24' N to 41°59' N
- Longitude : 80°31' W to 84°49' W
- Driving Side: Right
Government
- Capital : Sukhumi
- Anthem : (Abkhazian)
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- President : Aslan Bzhania
- Prime Minister : Alexander Ankvab
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Economy
- Currency : Abkhazian Apsar, Russian Rublee (RUB)
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GDP - Gross Domestic Product (Nominal) - 2010 Estimate
- Total : $0.5 Billion
- Per Capita: $2,039
Demographics
Population
- Population : 245,246 (2018 estimate)
- Population Rank in the World : 185th
- Density : 28/km2 (72.5/sq mi)
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- Official Languages : Abkhaz, Russian
- Spoken Languages : Abkhaz, Russian, Georgian, Mingrelian, Svan, Armenian
Ancestry
Religion in Abkhazia
- Christianity : 60%
- Islam : 16%
- Abkhaz Native Religion : 8%
- Other religions : %2
- Irreligious or Atheist : 8%
- Undetermined : 6%
The largest ancestry groups in Abkhazia.
Colleges and Universities
- Abkhaz State University (1979)
- Abkhaz Multiindustrial College (1959)
- Sukhumi State College (1904)
- Sukhumi Art College (1935)
- Sukhum Medical College (1931)
Top 10 Largest Cities in Abkhazia by Population
- Gagra
- Gudauta
- Sukhumi
- Ochamchira
- Gulripshi
- Tkvarcheli
- Gali.
Abkhazia Images & Maps
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