Canberra is the capital city of Australia, located in the Australian Capital Territory. With a population of 367,752, it serves as a central hub for the nation's government and administration.
Population367,752
ProvinceAustralian Capital Territory
Coordinates35.2835° S, 149.1281° E
CountryAustralia
Rank in Australia#8 of 19,231
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Nearest Airports
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Canberra Airport
CBRRegional
6.6 km away
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Hall Airport
AU-0215Local
17.3 km away
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Wallaroo Private Airstrip
AU-0311Local
19.7 km away
About Canberra
Situated at coordinates -35.28346° latitude and 149.12807° longitude, Canberra lies in the Southern and Eastern hemispheres. The city has an elevation of 571 meters and operates within the Australia/Sydney timezone. Nearby cities include Tuggeranong Administrative District, Kambah, and Ngunnawal.
Canberra ranks as the 8th most populous city in Australia out of a total of 12,767 cities. The city’s population contributes to the overall urban population of Australia, which is 46,981,663.
Cities in Australian Capital Territory
As the capital of the Australian Capital Territory, Canberra ranks #1 among the 111 cities in the province. Other notable cities in the territory include Tuggeranong Administrative District, Kambah, and Ngunnawal. The city is equipped with various amenities, including 12 hospitals, 92 schools, and 9 universities.