With over eight billion people inhabiting the planet, it’s no wonder that some countries are overflowing with residents.

Expand your knowledge of geography and culture with our short country quizzes, all based on reporting, photos and videos from The New York Times. By John Otis and Michael Gonchar Test your geography ...

Traveling the world through words and clues is the fun behind “Guess the Country” games. Whether you are a geography nerd or someone who loves a good challenge to conquer, this interactive challenge ...

Most people think they know the world – but can you really spot countries from their unique flags and maps? 😵 In this 39-question country quiz, you’ll be challenged to identify countries from maps, ...

From groundbreaking inventions to historic firsts, every country has something to brag about. But just because they’re loud and proud doesn’t mean that everyone knows what they’ve done. So, how well ...