Chad is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Africa.

How large and how populated is Chad?

Chad covers approximately 1,280,000 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 19,093,595, recorded for 2,024. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

Which countries or regions are associated with Chad?

Chad is associated with the following country or countries: Chad. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Guéra, Moyen-Chari, Salamat, Sila Province. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Chad?

The official name of Chad is Republic of Chad, and its native name is جمهورية تشاد. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Chad?

Chad is associated with the following language codes: ar, fr, and with the time zone Africa/Ndjamena. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

What are the main country facts for Chad?

For Chad, the capital is N'Djamena, the largest city is N'Djamena, and the associated currency code is XAF. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Chad in geographic datasets?

Chad is identified by the ISO code TD and the country code TD. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Chad?

Chad is associated with the following region or regions: Guéra, Moyen-Chari, Salamat, Sila Province. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Browse Chad's mapped landscapes and protected lands across diverse geographic regions

Chad: parks and protected areas

Explore maps and profiles of protected areas in Chad, including Zakouma and Manda National Park.

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Chad Protected-Area Profile and National Park Data Snapshot

Evaluating the scale, climate zones, and diverse habitat classifications of Sahelian reserves.

Navigating national parks in Chad allows users to compare reserve sizes, historical establishment timelines, and Sahelian climate transitions. Relying on currently known atlas records helps clarify how habitat classifications and conservation designations spread across vital Central African zones.

Known protected area

18,800 km²

Area data available for 5 of 5 parks.

Median park size

3,000 km²

Median across 5 parks with known area.

Oldest known park

Zakouma National Park

Established in 1963.

Largest known park

Aouk National Park

Recorded area: 7,400 km².

Designation distribution

National park5

Habitat distribution

Climate distribution

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Trace the regional spread of Chad's conservation landscapes, from the Sahara to the Sudanian Savanna

Explore National Parks and Protected Areas in Chad: A Central African Geography Atlas

Discover Chad's national parks and protected areas, exploring key conservation landscapes across its vast landlocked Central African geography. The country serves as an essential atlas entry point for understanding the regional spread of protected terrain, from the northern Sahara to the southern Sudanian Savanna.

Chad is a landlocked Central African nation spanning approximately 1.28 million km². It borders six countries and contains three distinct regions: the Sahara desert in the north, the Sahel in the center, and the Sudanian Savanna in the south. Lake Chad, after which the country is named, is the second-largest wetland in Africa. Chad gained independence from France in 1960 and has a population of about 19 million.

Chad, officially the Republic of Chad, is a landlocked country in Central Africa. It is the fifth-largest country in Africa by area and is bordered by Libya to the north, Sudan to the east, the Central African Republic to the south, Cameroon and Nigeria to the southwest, and Niger to the west. The country has a population of approximately 19 million, with 1.6 million living in the capital and largest city N'Djamena. Chad's official languages are Arabic and French. The country has experienced significant political instability since independence, including civil wars and conflicts spillover from neighboring Sudan.

Largest city:N'Djamena

Currency code:XAF

ISO code:TD

Parks count

Capital

N'Djamena

Area

1,280,000 km²

Population

19,093,595 (2,024)

Coastal

Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

Park atlas5 parks

Explore Chad's protected areas: a geographic atlas of its savanna, desert, and Lake Chad basin landscapes.

National Parks and Protected Areas in Chad: Explore Central African Landscapes

Explore a curated list of national parks and vital protected areas across Chad, encompassing significant savanna ecosystems and desert conservation zones like Zakouma National Park. This country-level view offers deep geographic context, enabling users to trace the distribution of protected landscapes throughout Chad's diverse Central African terrain.

National parkGuéra Region

Zakouma National Park: Chad's Premier National Park and Protected Landscape

Explore the mapped savanna, acacia forests, and wildlife geography.

Zakouma National Park is Chad's oldest and most ecologically vital protected area, spanning 3,000 square kilometers of Sudano-Sahelian landscape. Situated within the Guéra Region, it is globally recognized for its exceptional Kordofan giraffe population, significant elephant recovery, and ongoing conservation successes, offering a unique view into African wildlife and protected area management.

Area: 3,000 km²
Established: 1963
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Zakouma National Park protected area

National parkMoyen-Chari Region

Manda National Park: National Park Protected Landscape and Geographic Identity in Moyen-Chari

Discover mapped terrain and regional context for this Chad national park.

Manda National Park, a protected natural area within Chad's Moyen-Chari Region, offers valuable insights into regional geography and mapped protected landscapes. This detail page provides focused information on the park's identity as a national park, emphasizing its geographic setting and the importance of its mapped boundaries for structured atlas exploration. Understand how this protected area contributes to the diverse natural terrain of the Moyen-Chari Region.

Area: 1,140 km²
Established: 1969
IUCN: II
Climate: Tropical

Manda National Park protected area atlas

National parkChad

Aouk National Park National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape and Regional Geography

Explore Chad's Aouk National Park boundaries and terrain.

Investigate Aouk National Park, a significant national park in Chad, through its detailed mapping and protected landscape attributes. This entry provides insight into the park's geographic placement within Central Africa, emphasizing its role as a conservation area. Users can explore the mapped boundaries and regional geographic context, facilitating a structured understanding of this protected territory for atlas-based research and discovery.

Area: 7,400 km²
IUCN: II
Access: Moderate access
Scope: Terrestrial

Aouk National Park Atlas Exploration

A stylized digital illustration of a sprawling savanna landscape with scattered acacia trees, winding dirt paths, and a soft, pastel-colored sunset sky.

National parkSila Province

Goz Beïda National Park: National Park Protected Landscape and Geographic Context

Explore mapped boundaries and regional terrain.

Gain a structured understanding of Goz Beïda National Park, a key protected area within Sila Province. This detail page provides insights into its geographic setting, offering mapped landscape context for atlas-based discovery. Learn about the park's specific protected area identity and its position within the regional geography.

Area: 3,000 km²
IUCN: II
Scope: Terrestrial
Water: No major water

Goz Beïda National Park Atlas

National parkChad

Siniaka-Minia National Park: Discover its Protected Landscape and Geographic Context in Chad

Explore mapped park boundaries and regional natural landscapes.

Siniaka-Minia National Park stands as a protected national park within the vast geography of Chad, offering critical insights for atlas exploration. This entry details the park's protected landscape features and its contribution to the regional natural geography. Understand its mapped boundaries and its significance as a conservation area, providing valuable context for anyone exploring the protected lands of Central Africa.

Area: 4,260 km²
Established: 1965
IUCN: IV
Relief: Mixed relief

Siniaka-Minia National Park protected area

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Landscape and environment

Understand how Chad is shaped by terrain, ecosystems, and seasonal conditions

Chad geography, nature, climate, and landscape context for park-focused travel research

Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Chad through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Chad.

Chad geography and landscape

Chad is located in Central Africa and is landlocked, bordered by six countries. The terrain varies from the Sahara desert in the north through the Sahel arid zone in the center to the more fertile Sudanian Savanna in the south. Lake Chad, a major shallow wetland, lies in the southwestern part of the country near the Nigeria border.

Chad nature and environment

Chad features diverse ecosystems including the Sahara desert, Sahel semi-arid grasslands, and Sudanian Savanna. Lake Chad is the second-largest wetland in Africa and supports significant biodiversity. The country contains portions of the Sahel and is known for its wildlife in the southern savanna regions.

Chad climate and seasonal conditions

Chad experiences a tropical climate with variations across its regions. The north is arid desert (Saharan), the central zone is semi-arid (Sahel), and the south has a more humid subtropical climate with wet seasons.

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Trace the Mapped Geography of Chad's Protected Landscapes, from Saharan Zones to Sudanian Savannas

Chad National Parks Map: Explore Protected Areas and Their Geographic Distribution Across Central Africa

Browse the geographic distribution of Chad's national parks and protected areas, identifying key conservation landscapes from its vast northern deserts to the southern savannas. Uncover the spatial context of park placements, enabling deeper exploration of Central African protected-area geography on a dedicated, comprehensive map.

Open Full Chad Parks Map

Explore Chad's unique park geography and protected landscape distribution across its northern, central, and southern regions.

Common Questions About National Parks and Protected Areas in Chad

Gain insights into Chad's national parks and protected areas, exploring their geographic spread across the Sahara, Sahel, and Sudanian Savanna. These frequently asked questions provide essential context for understanding the country's conservation priorities and the unique role of its protected landscapes within Central Africa.

Other countries

Trace park geography and protected landscapes, gaining regional context for countries adjacent to Chad and beyond.

Explore National Parks and Protected Areas in Countries Beyond Chad for Broader African Geography

Beyond Chad's specific protected areas, browse national parks and conservation landscapes across other African countries, mapping diverse ecosystems. Continuing into these country pages provides a valuable geographic lens for comparing distinct regional park systems and expanding your atlas knowledge.

Cameroon: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Cameroon, including Mount Cameroon National Park and Bénoué.

21 parks

Cameroon National Parks and Protected Areas

Niger: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Niger, including W Park and W Park.

14 parks

Niger National Parks and Protected Areas

Nigeria: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Nigeria, including Old Oyo and Kainji.

14 parks

Nigeria National Parks and Protected Areas

Libya: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Libya, including El-Kouf and Abughilan.

8 parks

Libya National Parks and Protected Areas

Egypt: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Egypt, including Ras Muhammad and White Desert.

8 parks

Egypt National Parks and Protected Areas

South Sudan: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in South Sudan, including Southern and Boma National Park.

6 parks

South Sudan National Parks and Protected Areas

Central African Republic: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Central African Republic, including St Floris National Park and Dzanga-Ndoki.

5 parks

Central African Republic Protected Areas

Sudan: parks and protected areas

Parks and protected areas in Sudan, including Dinder and Radom.

3 parks

Sudan National Parks Atlas

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Protected area types

Continue Exploring Chad's Protected Area Classifications and Geographic Distribution

Deepen your understanding of Chad's conservation landscape by delving into specific park designation types. Explore how each category, such as national parks, contributes to the country's overall protected-area map and offers unique insights into its natural geography and wildlife habitats.

Chad's Protected Area Designations

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