Countries that start with v
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Vanuatu 🇻🇺
Capital: Port Vila
Population: Approximately 300,000
Official Languages: Bislama, English, French
Currency: Vanuatu vatu (VUV)
Area: 12,189 km²
Average Temperature: 23°C (73°F)
Export Products: Copra, kava, beef, cocoa, timber
Most Common Religion: Christianity (Protestant and Roman Catholic)
Main Sports: Soccer, cricket, rugby union
Main Attractions: Mount Yasur volcano, Champagne Beach, Pentecost Island land diving
Natural Features: Volcanic islands, coral reefs, tropical rainforests
Vatican City 🇻🇦
Capital: Vatican City (city-state enclaved within Rome)
Population: Approximately 800
Official Languages: Italian, Latin
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Area: 0.49 km²
Average Temperature: 15°C (59°F)
Export Products: Souvenirs, stamps, publications
Most Common Religion: Roman Catholicism
Main Sports: None officially, but soccer is popular among residents
Main Attractions: St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel
Natural Features: Urban area with gardens and architectural landmarks
Venezuela 🇻🇪
Capital: Caracas
Population: Approximately 28 million
Official Language: Spanish
Currency: Venezuelan bolívar (VES)
Area: 912,050 km²
Average Temperature: 27°C (81°F)
Export Products: Petroleum, bauxite and aluminum, steel, chemicals, agricultural products
Most Common Religion: Christianity (Roman Catholicism)
Main Sports: Baseball, soccer, basketball
Main Attractions: Angel Falls, Los Roques Archipelago, Canaima National Park
Natural Features: Andes Mountains, Caribbean coastline, Orinoco River, rainforests
Vietnam 🇻🇳
Capital: Hanoi
Population: Approximately 97 million
Official Language: Vietnamese
Currency: Vietnamese đồng (VND)
Area: 331,212 km²
Average Temperature: 24°C (75°F)
Export Products: Electronics, textiles, footwear, rice, coffee, seafood
Most Common Religion: Buddhism, along with folk religions
Main Sports: Soccer, martial arts, badminton
Main Attractions: Ha Long Bay, Hoi An Ancient Town, Ho Chi Minh City
Natural Features: Mekong Delta, Red River Delta, mountains, beaches
Whether you're an avid traveler or simply seeking to broaden your geographical knowledge, these countries that start with the letter V offer a wealth of experiences and discoveries. They represent a mix of cultures, climates, and landscapes that highlight the diversity of our world. Consider exploring these fascinating destinations and immerse yourself in all they have to offer.
Four ways to recognise the V flags
Vanuatu has a branching, sideways Y layout and a detailed emblem near the hoist. Vatican City has yellow and white vertical fields with an emblem on the white side. Venezuela has yellow, blue and red horizontal bands with an arc of stars. Vietnam has one large yellow star on red.
Venezuela and Vietnam both use stars, but their number, arrangement and background are different. Vatican City's pale colours can be difficult to distinguish on a white screen, so look for the edge of the image before comparing its shape. For Vanuatu, the emblem deserves a larger preview than a small menu icon can provide.
Use the country links for full-size files and individual explanations. If your goal is identification, begin with a flat image showing the entire flag. Shaped or waving artwork can be useful for a creative project after you have confirmed which flag it represents.