Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa, surrounded by six countries: Mali, Niger, Benin, Togo, Ghana, and Ivory Coast.
The official language of Burkina Faso is French, but more than 60 local languages are spoken as well.
Burkina Faso was formerly known as Upper Volta, but the name was changed to Burkina Faso in 1984, which means "land of honest men" in the local language of Mooré.
Burkina Faso is one of the poorest countries in the world, with over 40% of the population living below the poverty line.
The capital city of Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou, which is the largest city in the country and the cultural center of Burkina Faso.
The country is known for its traditional music, including the balafon, kora, and djembe, which are all percussion instruments.
Burkina Faso is home to several national parks and reserves, including the W National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to many endangered species.
The national sport of Burkina Faso is football (soccer), and the country has a national team that competes in international tournaments.
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