Countries

CIA World Factbook

Updated annually by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), this site contains basic information on countries, including the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, and military. Printable maps and flags for each country are also available.

Country Fact Sheets (U.S. Department of State)

Prepared and regularly updated by the regional bureaus of the U.S. Department of State, this site provides brief travel and other information about most countries. Links are also provided to embassies and consulates.