This location map shows Ukraine in Europe, indicating its geographic location on a world map. Ukraine is marked in red, making it easily recognizable. The map includes latitude and longitude markings, a scale bar, and a Ukraineian flag for reference. This visual representation helps in understanding Ukraine's global location.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Kyiv |
| Largest City | Kyiv |
| Official Language | Ukrainian |
| Area | 603,550 km² (largest country entirely in Europe) |
| Population | Over 41 million (2024 estimate) |
| Currency | Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH) |
| Time Zone | UTC +2 (Standard Time), UTC +3 (Summer Time) |
| Climate | Mostly temperate, with continental influences |
| Borders | Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, Moldova, Belarus, Russia |
| Major Rivers | Dnipro, Dniester, Southern Bug |
| Famous for | Rich cultural heritage, vast wheat fields, Chernobyl, Carpathian Mountains |
| Independence | August 24, 1991 (from the Soviet Union) |