Welcome to RĂ©union đŸ‡·đŸ‡ª — a remarkable destination in Eastern Africa. Its official name is RĂ©union Island, and today around 873,000 people call this Africa nation home, spread across roughly 2,511 km² of territory.
Below is your complete country profile for RĂ©union: key statistics, an introduction to Saint-Denis, an interactive map, cultural notes and answers to the questions people most often ask about this corner of Africa.
Geography of RĂ©union
RĂ©union lies in Eastern Africa, in the Africa region of the world. Measuring roughly 2,511 square kilometres, it ranks 181st in the world by total area.
Réunion 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.
Saint-Denis serves as the capital — the centre of government and, for most travellers, the gateway to everything else Réunion has to offer.
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People, language and culture
Réunion is home to approximately 873,000 residents — the 163rd largest population on the planet. Its people are known as Réunioneses.
The main language spoken here is French. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Like every country featured on Spin a Country, Réunion rewards curiosity — its festivals, food and everyday customs tell a story that statistics alone never can.
Currency, travel and practical facts
The official currency is the Euro (EUR, symbol €). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for RĂ©union is +262. Websites from the country typically use the .re internet domain.
If Réunion came up on your random spin, take five minutes to memorise its flag, capital (Saint-Denis) and population — these are the three facts most often asked in geography quizzes.
Fun facts about RĂ©union
- RĂ©union's flag emoji is đŸ‡·đŸ‡ª — its two-letter country code is RE and its three-letter code is REU.
- RĂ©union covers 2,511 km², ranking 181st in the world by area.
- With about 873,000 people, RĂ©union holds the 163rd spot in the world population ranking.
- RĂ©union is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- RĂ©union is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Réunion — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of RĂ©union?
- The capital of RĂ©union is Saint-Denis.
- What is the population of RĂ©union?
- RĂ©union has a population of approximately 873,000 people, ranking 163rd in the world.
- Where is RĂ©union located?
- RĂ©union is located in Eastern Africa, part of the Africa region.
- What language is spoken in RĂ©union?
- The main language spoken in RĂ©union is French.
- What currency is used in RĂ©union?
- RĂ©union uses the Euro (EUR).
