Country Flags of Asia
Asia is home to 48 countries, each with its own national flag and identity. Explore the flags of Asian countries by region, covering Central, Eastern, Southern, Southeastern, and Western Asia. Russia is covered separately as a transcontinental country, while Asian territories and areas are listed in their own section.
The 48-country total excludes Russia, which is listed separately as a transcontinental country. Asian territories and areas are covered in a separate section.
Central Asia
Eastern Asia
Southern Asia
Kabul
Dhaka
Thimphu
New Delhi
Malé
Kathmandu
Islamabad
Colombo
SouthEastern Asia
Western Asia
Asian Territories and Areas
Transcontinental Country
Russia spans both Europe and Asia and is listed separately because it is a transcontinental country.
Moscow is the capital city of Russia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries are in Asia?
There are 48 countries in Asia in the country-counting system used on this page. Russia is listed separately as a transcontinental country because it spans both Europe and Asia.
What are the five regions of Asia?
Asia is commonly divided into Central Asia, Eastern Asia, Southern Asia, Southeastern Asia, and Western Asia. The countries on this page are organized under these five regional sections.
Which is the largest country in Asia?
Russia is the largest country by total area, but it is listed separately on this page as a transcontinental country spanning Europe and Asia. Among the 48 countries counted in the main Asian country list, China is the largest by area.
Which is the most populated country in Asia?
India is the most populated country in Asia. It is also the most populated country in the world based on current population estimates.
Why is Russia listed separately from the other Asian countries?
Russia is listed separately because it is a transcontinental country, with territory in both Europe and Asia. For that reason, it appears in a separate Transcontinental Country section rather than in the 48-country regional total.
Are Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan included in the 48-country total?
No. Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan are listed separately under "Asian Territories and Areas" on this page. They are not added to the 48-country total.