Guadeloupe 🇬🇵 is a fascinating country located in Caribbean, part of the Americas region. Officially known as Guadeloupe, it is home to roughly 378,000 people and covers an area of about 1,628 square kilometres.
On this page you will find a complete profile of Guadeloupe — its capital Basse-Terre, its people and languages, the money used there, where it sits on the world map, and plenty of facts worth remembering the next time the country comes up in a quiz.
Guadeloupe on the map
Geographically, Guadeloupe belongs to Caribbean within Americas. Its territory spans approximately 1,628 km², which makes it the 184th largest country or territory on Earth.
Guadeloupe has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
The capital city is Basse-Terre, the political and cultural heart of the country and usually the first stop for visitors who want to understand how guadeloupian life really works.
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Population and languages of Guadeloupe
Around 378,000 people live in Guadeloupe, making it the 180th most populous country or territory in the world. A person from Guadeloupe is called a Guadeloupian.
The main language spoken here is French. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Beyond the numbers, everyday culture in Guadeloupe — from markets and music to family traditions — is what makes discovering it through a random spin so rewarding.
Practical information about Guadeloupe
The official currency is the Euro (EUR, symbol €). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Guadeloupe is +590. Websites from the country typically use the .gp internet domain.
Quiz tip: the three facts most worth memorising about Guadeloupe are its flag, its capital Basse-Terre, and its approximate population of 378,000.
Fun facts about Guadeloupe
- Guadeloupe's flag emoji is 🇬🇵 — its two-letter country code is GP and its three-letter code is GLP.
- Guadeloupe covers 1,628 km², ranking 184th in the world by area.
- With about 378,000 people, Guadeloupe holds the 180th spot in the world population ranking.
- Guadeloupe is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- Guadeloupe is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Guadeloupe — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Guadeloupe?
- The capital of Guadeloupe is Basse-Terre.
- What is the population of Guadeloupe?
- Guadeloupe has a population of approximately 378,000 people, ranking 180th in the world.
- Where is Guadeloupe located?
- Guadeloupe is located in Caribbean, part of the Americas region.
- What language is spoken in Guadeloupe?
- The main language spoken in Guadeloupe is French.
- What currency is used in Guadeloupe?
- Guadeloupe uses the Euro (EUR).
