With more than 194 countries in the world, it is easy to think that the word “country” is equivalent to a vast area with a large number of people. Some nations are so small that the cities of other nations are giant compared to them. Mainly present in Europe, the Caribbean and the Pacific, many countries of the world have an area less than 400. The 10 smallest countries in the world cover a total area of 1491.4 km² smaller than the area of the city of Houston, in Texas (1625.2 km²).
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With their own governments and their own culture, these small countries are among the richest, most remote and most intense in the world. Let’s take a look at the 10 smallest countries in the world:
10. Malta – 316 km²
Malta is another island country located in the Mediterranean Sea. The Republic of Malta is actually made up of three islands: Gozo, Comino and Malta, the largest of the three. This small country has a population of over 450,000, making it one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Another popular tourist destination, foreigners from all over the world come to Malta for its sunny weather, attractive beaches, rich history and lively nightlife. Malta is made up of 116 square kilometers, making it tenth among the smallest countries in the world.
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9. Maldives – 300 km²
A popular tourist destination in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is the smallest country in Asia in terms of area and population. There are more than 1,192 coral islands in the Maldives, spread over 90,000 km2, making it one of the most dispersed countries in the world. The country was once the colony of many empires, the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British, but became an independent country in 1965. Today, the Maldives has a vibrant tourist economy due to its famous white sandy beaches and its crystal clear waters. The Maldives is the ninth smallest country in the world with a land area that measures a total of 300 square kilo-meters.
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8. Saint Kitts and Nevis – 261 km²
The Mother Colony of the Antilles, these 2 islands in the Caribbean were among the first islands to be occupied by Europeans. They occupy a total of 261 square kilometers, making Saint Kitts and Nevis the eighth smallest country in the world. Its economy depends on tourism, agriculture and small manufacturing industries. The islands also offer fantastic dive sites due to the abundant marine life. A large sugar exporter for centuries, the large plantations are now beautiful properties that have been converted into hotels and resorts.
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7. Marshall Islands – 181 km²
The Marshall Islands, officially called the Republic of the Marshal Islands, is an island country located in the Pacific Ocean, roughly halfway between the U.S. state of Hawaii and the Australian mainland. It is considered to be part of Micronesia. The area surrounding the islands is incredibly rich in biodiversity and includes 800 fish species as well as 160 corals. The region around the Marshall Islands is also home to a number of wrecks. With 181 square kilo-meters, the Marshall Islands is the seventh smallest country in the world.
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6. Liechtenstein – 160 km²
German-speaking country, it is the only nation in the world to be completely located in the Alps. Located between Switzerland and Austria, Liechtenstein is the richest country in the world in terms of GDP per capita, with the lowest unemployment rate (1.5%). Entering the country is a bit difficult, as there is no airport within its borders. Visitors must cross Zurich Airport in Switzerland to reach this Alpine country still ruled by a prince! With its 160 square kilometers, Liechtenstein is the sixth smallest country in the world.
5. San Marino – 61 km²
Surrounded entirely by Italy, San Marino is also known as the most serene Republic of San Marino. With a total of 61 square kilometers, it is the fifth smallest country in the world. it claims to be the oldest sovereign state in the world and is also one of the richest in terms of GDP per capita. The smallest country in Europe, 3, has only a population of 30,000, with one of the lowest unemployment rates in the world.
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4. Tuvalu – 26 km²
Formerly known as the Ellice Islands, Tuvalu is located in the Pacific Ocean northeast of Australia. With a total of 26 square kilometers, Tuvalu is the fourth smallest country in the world. There are approximately 10,000 inhabitants, with 8 km of roads and a single hospital on the main island. The country was once British territory but became independent in 1978. Due to the geographic location of the country, tourism is not very important. In 2010, fewer than 2,000 visitors came to Tuvalu, 65% of them coming for business.
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3. Nauru – 21 km²
An island nation located east of Australia, Nauru is the smallest island country in the world. It was known in the 1980s for its booming phosphate mining, but is now a quiet island off the tourist radar. Formerly known as Pleasant Island, its phosphate resources are now depleted, which has led to a national unemployment rate of 90%, the rest of the 10 being used by the government. Nauru is also known as the most obese country in the world, 97% of its men and 93% of obese or overweight women. For this reason, Nauru is also home to the highest level of type 2 diabetes in the world, with 40% of its population suffering from this disease. Nauru has a total of 21 square kilometers, making it the third smallest country in the world.
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2. Monaco – 2 km²
Located on the French Riviera, Monaco is home to the largest number of millionaires and billionaires in the world per inhabitant. It is also the second smallest country in the world, with only square kilometers of total area. Known for its games industry and luxury goods and services, Monaco is the favorite playground of the rich and famous. Bordered by France on three sides and on one side by the Mediterranean Sea, the inhabitants of Monaco are mainly French-speaking. With a population of more than 2, Monaco is the most densely populated country in the world. The most popular annual event is the Formula 36,000 race, with tracks running through the city streets.
1. Vatican City – 0.44 km²
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The smallest country in the world is the Vatican, also known as the Holy See. With only 0.44 square kilometers, the Vatican City is the smallest country in the world. This country is part of the Italian capital of Rome and is the center of the Catholic Church. It is also home to the largest church in the world – St. Peter’s Basilica, which houses some of the most important works of art from the Renaissance such as the Pieta and the creation of Adam. Its revenues come from the voluntary contributions of more than X billion members of the Roman Catholic Church worldwide. The rest of its economy comes from the sale of postage stamps, tourist souvenirs and entrance fees to museums.
List of smallest countries in the world
| Rank | Country | Area (km2) | Sector (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vatican City | 0.44 | 0.17 |
| 2 | Monaco | 2.02 | 0.78 |
| 3 | nauru | 21 | 8.1 |
| 4 | tuvalu | 26 | 10 |
| 5 | San Marino | 61 | 24 |
| 6 | Liechtenstein | 160 | 52 |
| 7 | Marshall Islands | 181 | 70 |
| 8 | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 261 | 101 |
| 9 | Maldives | 298 | 115 |
| 10 | Malta | 316 | 122 |
| 11 | Grenade | 344 | 133 |
| 12 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 389 | 150 |
| 13 | Barbados | 431 | 166 |
| 14 | Antigua and Barbuda | 443 | 171 |
| 15 | Seychelles | 455 | 176 |
| 16 | Palau | 459 | 177 |
| 17 | Andorra | 468 | 181 |
| 18 | St. LUCIA | 606 | 234 |
| 19 | Singapore | 687 | 265 |
| 20 | Micronesia | 702 | 271 |
| 21 | tonga | 717 | 277 |
| 22 | Dominica | 751 | 290 |
| 23 | Bahrain | 765 | 295 |
| 24 | Kiribati | 811 | 313 |
| 25 | Sao Tome | 964 | 372 |
| 26 | Comoros | 1.862 | 719 |
| 27 | Mauritius | 2,030 | 784 |
| 28 | Luxembourg | 2,586 | 999 |
| 29 | Samoa | 2,821 | 1.089 |
| 30 | Green cap | 4.033 | 1.557 |
| 31 | Trinidad and Tobago | 5.128 | 1,980 |
| 32 | Brunei | 5.265 | 2,033 |
| 33 | Cyprus | 9.241 | 3,568 |
| 34 | Gambia | 10,000 | 3,861 |
| 35 | Bahamas | 10.010 | 3.865 |
| 36 | Lebanon | 10.230 | 3,950 |
| 37 | Jamaica | 10,831 | 4,182 |
| 38 | Qatar | 11,586 | 4.473 |
| 39 | vanuatu | 12,189 | 4.706 |
| 40 | Montenegro | 13,452 | 5,194 |
| 41 | East Timor | 14.874 | 5.743 |
| 42 | Swaziland | 17,204 | 6.643 |
| 43 | Kuwait | 17,818 | 6.880 |
| 44 | Fiji | 18,274 | 7.056 |
| 45 | Slovenia | 20,151 | 7.780 |
| 46 | Israel | 20,330 | 7.850 |
| 47 | El Salvador | 20,721 | 8,000 |
| 48 | Belize | 22.806 | 8.805 |
| 49 | Djibouti | 23,180 | 8.041 |
| 50 | Macedonia | 25,433 | 9,820 |
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