Smallest countries in terms of population. The smallest countries in the world by area. The largest and smallest countries by area and population

The smallest country in the world is the Vatican, also known as the Holy See. This country has borders in the Italian capital of Rome. The size is only 0.44 sq. km.

Vatican is the center of the Catholic Church, has some of the most significant works of art of the Renaissance. Income comes from voluntary contributions from more than 1 billion members of the Roman Catholic Church around the world. The rest of its economy comes from the sale of postage stamps, tourist souvenirs, and museum entrance fees.

Monaco– 2 km²
On the French Riviera, Monaco is home to the most a large number of millionaires and billionaires - per capita in the world. Famous gambling business and luxury goods. Monaco - favorite place recreation of the rich and famous. It borders France on 3 sides and is washed by water on one side. mediterranean sea. The inhabitants of Monaco are mostly French-speaking. With a population of over 36,000, Monaco is the most populous country in the world. And the country's most popular event is the annual Formula 1 race that runs through the streets of the city.

Nauru– 21 km²
3rd smallest country in the world and 1st smallest island nation in the world. An island nation located to the east of Australia. The phosphate mining industry boomed in the country in the 1980s, but the phosphate resources are now depleted. This led to a national unemployment of 90%, and the remaining 10% is the country's own government. Formerly known as Pleasant Island, and as the country with the most obese people in the world - 97% of men and 93% of women are obese.

Tuvalu– 26 sq. km.
4th country in the world among the smallest. Formerly known as Ellis Island, Tuvalu is located in pacific ocean, northeast of Australia. There are about 10,000 inhabitants, 8 km of roads and only 1 hospital. The country was once a British territory and became independent in 1978. Tourism is a major part of the country's income, but a very small one. Less than 2,000 tourists visited Tuvalu in 2010.

San Marino– 61 km²
San Marino is also known as the fairest Republic of San Marino, completely surrounded by Italy. It is the oldest sovereign state in the world and is one of the wealthiest countries in the world in terms of GDP per capita. 3rd smallest country in Europe. The population is 30,000, and the lowest unemployment rate in the world.

Liechtenstein– 160 km²
The smallest German-speaking country in the world, and the only country that is entirely in the Alps. It is located between and. is the richest country in the world in terms of GDP per capita, with the most low level unemployment (1.5%). Getting into the country is a little difficult, without an airport. Visitors must pass through to reach this alpine country, which is still ruled by a prince.

Saint Kitts and Nevis– 261 sq. km.
Former colonies of the West Indies. These 2 islands in - one of the first were occupied by Europeans. The country's economy depends on tourism, agriculture and sugar exports. provide fantastic dive sites, and once large plantations have now been transformed into beautiful estates, hotels and resorts.

Maldives– 300 km²
- a popular holiday destination in. It is the smallest country in Asia in terms of area and population. There are over 1,192 coral islands spread over 90,000 square kilometers, making the Maldives the most dispersed country in the world. The country was a colony of the Portuguese, Dutch and British - became independent in 1965. Economy Maldives is tourism, due to its famous white sandy beaches and crystal blue waters.

Malta– 316 sq. km.
- island and country in . Three main islands make up the Republic of Malta: Gozo, Comino, and (most big Island) Malta. With over 450,000 inhabitants, Malta is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. from all corners of the earth. They are attracted by the country's sunny weather, beaches, stormy night life and 7000 years of its intriguing history.

Grenada– 344 sq. km.
An island nation, also known as the "Spice Island". Grenada is the world's largest producer of nutmeg, ginger, and cinnamon. This people is located in the north-west of Trinidad and Tobago, was once colonized by the French, which explains the very strong manifestation of French tradition and culture in the country. Cricket is the most popular sport.

Some countries are so small that their area is less than 400 square kilometers. However, they have their own governments. Most of the smaller countries are in Europe and the Pacific.

TOP 50 smallest countries:

in ascending order

Marshall Islands (country)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Barbados
Antigua and Barbuda
Seychelles
Palau
Andorra
St. Lucia
Singapore
Micronesia! Federated States micronesia
Tonga
Dominica
Bahrain
Kiribati
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Comoros
Mauritius
Luxembourg
Samoa
Cape Verde
Trinidad and Tobago
Brunei
State of Palestine
Gambia
Bahamas! Bahamas
Lebanon
Jamaica
Qatar
Vanuatu
Montenegro
East Timor
Swaziland
Kuwait
Fiji
Slovenia
Israel
Salvador
Belize
Djibouti

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Square: 316 km 2
Population: 429,344 people
Density: 1432 people/km2
Motto:"Valor and perseverance"
Form of government: parliamentary republic, democracy
Capital: Valletta

Republic of Malta - Island state in the Mediterranean. The name comes from the ancient Phoenician malat ("harbour", "refuge").

In 1964, Malta gained independence from Great Britain, and since 1974 a republic has been proclaimed, but until 1979, when the last British naval base was liquidated in Malta, the British Queen was still considered the head of state.

The territory of Malta is represented by the Maltese archipelago, consisting mainly of the island of Malta and Gozo. It also includes the uninhabited islands of St. Paul and Filfla, the uninhabited island of Comino, and tiny Cominotto and Filfoletta. The length of Malta is 27 km, the width is 15 km (less than the diameter of the Moscow Ring Road). highway). Gozo is half the size, while Comino is only 2 km long. Malta is the only country in Europe without permanent rivers and natural lakes.

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Square: 300 km 2
Population: 341,256 people
Density: 1,359 people/km2
Form of government: Presidential republic
Capital: Male

The Republic of Maldives belongs to the states of South Asia and is located on a group of atolls, consisting of 1192 coral islands, in the Indian Ocean to the south of India.

The islands do not rise much above the ocean level: the most high point archipelago - on the southern atoll of Addu (Siena) - 2.4 m. Thanks to this, the Maldives is known as the lowest located state.

The total area is 90 thousand km², the land area is 298 km 2. The capital of Male - the only city and port of the archipelago - is located on the atoll of the same name.

As for tourism, it is worth noting that all the main beauties of the Maldives are located below sea level, but there are no special sights on land. There is the little-remarkable capital of Male, a lot of uninhabited islands similar to each other, where they like to have picnics, as well as a kind of "action" - a fishing excursion. Perhaps the only notable surface excursion is the Photo Flight, a seaplane flight over the islands. Other popular excursions are a yacht cruise or a submarine dive. The most common pastime among tourists in the Maldives is diving, since there are coral reefs near each island. In addition, windsurfing, catamaran, water skiing, snorkeling, beach volleyball, tennis, billiards, squash and darts are popular.

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Square: 261 km 2
Population: 51,538 people
Density: 164 people/km2
Motto:"The state is above personal interests"
Form of government: parliamentary monarchy
Capital: Buster

Island nation in the Caribbean. Includes 2 islands - St. Christopher, aka St. Kitts ( saint kitts, St. Kitts), and Nevis (Nevis), from the ridge of the Lesser Antilles. Both islands are of volcanic origin, mountainous. Total length coastline- 135 km.

Saint Kitts and Nevis is the smallest country in the Western Hemisphere, both in terms of area and population.

It is a member of the British Commonwealth, headed by the Queen of Great Britain.

The two traditional sectors of the economy of St. Kitts and Nevis are agriculture and tourism. The main agricultural crop is sugarcane (a third of cultivated land). Cotton, coconut palm, pineapples are grown on the island of Nevis. The coffee tree, bananas, peanuts, yams, and rice are also cultivated. Animal husbandry is developed - goats and sheep are bred. Fishing is also a traditional occupation. However, agricultural production provides no more than half of domestic food needs.

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Square: 181 km 2
Population: 53,158 people
Density: 293.7 people/km2
Motto:"Achievement through common effort, marshall"
Form of government: Republic
Capital: Majuro

The Micronesian state of the Marshall Islands is a cluster of atolls and islands located in the Pacific Ocean just north of the equator.

The Marshall Islands are named after the British captain John Marshall (also known as William Marshall), who, along with fellow captain Thomas Gilbert, are named after neighboring islands Gilbert, explored the archipelago in 1788 while transporting prisoners to New South Wales.

The land area of the Marshall Islands is only 181.3 km 2, while the area of the territory occupied by lagoons is 11,673 km 2. The country is located on 29 atolls and 5 outlying islands, which are divided into two groups: 18 islands in the Ralik chain (translated from the Marshallese language "sunset") and 16 islands in the Ratak chain (or Radak; translated from the Marshallese language "sunrise") . Both chains are about 250 km apart and stretch from northwest to southeast for about 1200 km. The most important islands are the atolls of Kwajalein and Majuro. largest island Republic of the Marshall Islands, Kwajalein is also an atoll with the largest lagoon in the world.

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Square: 160 km 2
Population: 37,313 people
Density: 229.56 people/km2
Motto:"For God, Prince and Fatherland"
Form of government: nominally constitutional monarchy
Capital: Vaduz

Principality of Liechtenstein - dwarf state in Central Europe. Liechtenstein borders on Austria in the east and Switzerland in the west, its territory is completely surrounded by the territories of these states.

The Principality is located in the spurs of the Alps, the highest point is Mount Grauspitz (2599 m). One of the largest rivers Western Europe - Rhine.

The Principality of Liechtenstein is a constitutional monarchy. The head of state is the prince. Legislative power belongs to the prince and the landtag (parliament), executive power is vested in the government, which is elected by the landtag for its term of office and approved by the prince. The majority of the population speaks Alemannic German.

This beautiful Dreamland, despite its very small size, is famous for its ancient history and rich cultural heritage. Picturesque natural landscapes, magnificent medieval architecture and, of course, fashionable ski resort famous all over the world.

The heart of Liechtenstein and its "pearl" is the capital Vaduz. It is here that most of the sights of the country are concentrated. The hallmark of not only the city, but the entire state is the magnificent princely castle of Vaduz. Beautiful architectural structure rises on a hill and can be seen from anywhere in the city.

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Square: 61 km 2
Population: 32,742 people
Density: 520 people/km2
Motto:"Freedom"
Form of government: parliamentary republic
Capital:

San Marino is located in Southern Europe surrounded on all sides by Italian territory. Within its current borders, San Marino is the oldest state in Europe. The country is located on the southwestern slope of the three-headed mountain range Monte Titano (738 m above sea level), rising above the hilly plain of the foothills of the Apennines.

The legendary foundation of San Marino dates back to the beginning of the 4th century. According to legend, in 301, a member of one of the first Christian communities from the island of Rab in the Adriatic Sea (the territory of modern Croatia), the stonemason Marino and his friends found refuge in the Apennines, on the top of Mount Titano. He opened quarries in the mountain, and then, seeking solitude, he built himself a small cell on its top and retired from the world. The glory of his holy life attracted crowds of pilgrims to him, and soon a small monastery was formed near his cell. This monastery, named after its founder, St. Marin, undoubtedly existed already at the end of the 6th century and lived an independent life, not politically dependent on any of the neighbors.

San Marino has a republican form of government. The heads of state are two captain-regents appointed by the Great General Council.

Inbound tourism plays a significant role in the country's economy, up to 2 million people are involved in the tourism industry on the territory of the state annually, and more than 3 million tourists visit the country every year.

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Square: 26 km 2
Population: 10,782 people
Density: 431.00 people/km2
Motto:"Tuvalu - for Almighty God"
Form of government: monarchy
Capital: funafuti

Tuvalu is a tiny state in Oceania with a population of about 11,000 people. Airplanes from Fiji arrive here 2 times a week and almost certainly, in 50 years, this state will be under water, and now there is a purposeful resettlement of local residents to other states, such as Fiji, New Zealand and Australia.

This Pacific state is located in Polynesia and until 1975 was called the Ellis Islands. Modern name translated from the Tuvalu language means “eight standing together” (meaning the eight traditionally inhabited islands of Tuvalu; the ninth - Niulakita - was settled relatively recently). The European discoverer of the islands, Alvaro Mendaña de Neira, named the archipelago the "Lagoon Islands", and in 1819 it received the name "Ellis Islands", which was used for almost the entire colonial era.

Tuvalu is a cluster of atolls and islands located in the Pacific Ocean just south of the equator. The land area of Tuvalu is only 26 km 2, while the area of the territory occupied by lagoons is more than 494 km 2. The country is located on 5 atolls (Nanumea, Nui, Nukulaelae, Nukufetau, Funafuti), 3 low-lying coral islands (Nanumanga, Niulakita, Niutao) and one atoll / reef island (Vaitupu), stretching from northwest to southeast for 595 km .

A significant part of the population of Tuvalu lives in the capital and the only city of the country, Funafuti - 47%.

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Square: 21 km 2
Population: 9 488 people
Density: 473.43 people/km2
Motto:"God's will comes first"
Form of government: parliamentary republic
Capital: There is no official capital; unofficial - the city of Yaren.

The Republic of Nauru is a dwarf state on the coral island of the same name in the western Pacific Ocean. The origin of the word "Nauru" is not exactly known. As now, the Nauruans in the distant past called the island "Naoero".

There is no official capital and cities on the island. The President's residence is located in Meneng District, while government offices and Parliament are located in Yaren District. The entire population of the island lives along the coast, as well as around Lake Buada.

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Square: 2.02 km2
Population: 30,508 people
Density: 18 679 people/km2
Motto:"God willing"
Form of government: dualistic constitutional monarchy
Capital:

A dwarf state associated with France, located in southern Europe on the coast Ligurian Sea near french Cote d'Azur 20 km northeast of Nice; on land borders with France. It is one of the smallest and most densely populated countries in the world. The Principality is widely known for its casinos in Monte Carlo and the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Monaco held here. The length of the coastline is 4.1 km, the length land borders- 4.4 km. Over the past 20 years, the country's territory has increased by almost 40 hectares due to the drainage of marine areas.

The first people built their settlements on the territory of Monaco in the X century BC. e., they were the Phoenicians. Much later, the Greeks and Monoiki joined.

The history of modern Monaco begins in 1215 with the founding of a colony of the Republic of Genoa on the territory of the principality and the construction of a fortress.

According to 2014 data, the population of Monaco is 37,800 people, but it is worth noting that most of the full citizens of the state are Monegasques. They are exempt from taxes and have the right to settle in the area of the old city.

The economy of Monaco is developing mainly due to tourism, gambling, the construction of new residences, as well as through the media covering the life of the princely family.

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Square: 0.44 km2
Population: 842 people
Density: 1900 people/km2
Form of government: absolute theocratic monarchy
Capital:

And, of course, the title of the smallest state in the world belongs to the Vatican. The Vatican is a dwarf enclave state (the smallest officially recognized state in the world) inside the territory of Rome, associated with Italy. The status of the Vatican in international law is an auxiliary sovereign territory of the Holy See, the seat of the highest spiritual leadership of the Roman Catholic Church.

Foreign diplomatic missions are accredited to the Holy See, not to the Vatican City State. Foreign embassies and representations accredited to the Holy See, in view of the small territory of the Vatican, are located in Rome (including the embassy of Italy, which is thus located in its own capital.

In antiquity, the territory of the Vatican (Latin ager vaticanus) was not inhabited, since in Ancient Rome this place was considered holy. Emperor Claudius held circus games at this place. In 326, after the advent of Christianity, a basilica of Constantine was erected over the supposed tomb of St. Peter, and since then this place has been inhabited.

The Vatican is a theocratic state ruled by the Holy See. The Sovereign of the Holy See, in whose hands absolute legislative, executive and judicial power is concentrated, is the Pope, who is elected by the cardinals for life. After the death or abdication of the Pope and during the conclave until the enthronement of the new Pope, his duties (with significant restrictions) are performed by the Camerlengo.

The Vatican has a non-profit planned economy. Sources of income - primarily donations from Catholics around the world. Part of the funds is tourism (sale of postage stamps, Vatican euro coins, souvenirs, fees for visiting museums). Most of the workforce (museum attendants, gardeners, janitors, and so on) are Italian citizens.

The budget of the Vatican is 310 million US dollars.

The Vatican has its own bank, better known as the Institute of Religious Affairs.

Little schoolchildren have been studying continents, countries and states since their childhood. The children's favorite subject is geography.

It reveals many facts about the beauty of our planet. The powers of the world are diverse, in terms of area and population.

Some have vast territories, traditions and customs. And other countries have a small area, with a minimum population. There are more than 250 countries in the world.

If you look at a world map or a globe, you can visualize which of them are large, while others are difficult to see because of their small size.

The smallest country in the world is the Vatican. Its area is 0.40 square kilometers.

This independent state, but at the same time does not have its own currency and identity passports.

The smallest state in the world is located on the territory of Rome, and is the spiritual capital of the world.

On the territory of the Catholic Church of the Vatican, 820 people live, the rest of the density of the people are Italian subjects.

Citizens of the spiritual composition are:

Spiritual persons - 50 persons.
Guards guards - 50.
Gendarmes -150.
Residents-150.

IN dwarf country characteristic seasonal conditions similar to Mediterranean conditions. In winter, the temperature does not rise above 15 degrees. Sometimes precipitation occurs in the form of snow.

In summer, the temperature rises to 30 degrees Celsius. Winds, showers and hail are not observed.

The state has languages: Latin and Italian. In simple communication, during negotiations, the main language is Latin. Italian is used to sign treaties, acts or decrees.

The most important member in the state is the Pope, he has his own government, which includes:

Governor.
Papal Commission.
State Secretariat.
Ecumenical Council.
Synod.

The main religion of the country is Catholicism.

All cities and countries have their own characteristic places of interest.

Consider the list of outstanding monuments and buildings that are the pride of the Vatican:

Peter the Holy Square, which was erected in the middle of the 18th century.
Apostolic Palace, which has a rich library of valuable manuscripts and books. It is home to the Pope himself. A distinctive feature of the palace are chapels and museums.
The cave "Grotta di Lourde", which was artificially created by the inhabitants of the country in ancient times.
Historical monument of the country in the form of the Sistine Chapel. Valued for historical manuscripts, drawings and frescoes inside the façade.
An art gallery called the Pinakothek.

The smallest country in the entire universe in terms of population is Pitcairn Island. It consists of 5 islands, of which only one is inhabited by people.

Important! Pitcairn is a unique and isolated island, which was formed as a result of a volcanic eruption, with the help of lava.

The island has features and living conditions:

The area is 4.5 square kilometers.
No more than 60 people live throughout the territory.
The native language is English.
The head of state is the British Commissioner.

All people are friendly and kind to each other. They help everyone in many ways, and also consider themselves kindred spirits.

Rating of the smallest countries in the world

There is a list of small states, depending on the size of the territory:

Vatican.
Monaco.
Nauru.
Tuvalu.
San Marino.
Marshall Islands.
Liechtenstein.
Nevis.
Maldives.
Grenada.

Consider in the table the top smallest republics that are in Europe:

Republic, by rating increase	Total area, sq. km.	Features of states
Vatican	0,40	Spiritual capital of capitalism
Monaco	1,8	A dwarf state with its own values, resort areas recreation. The population includes people from other countries
San Morino	60	It is the oldest and oldest country in the entire universe. It has beautiful landscapes and is located on the slope of the mountains.
Liechtenstein	58	A prosperous state ski resort, an established policy and a small percentage of taxation from the people. Engaged in the supply of goods to other countries at a low cost
Malta	300	Prosperous development of industry and tourist areas
Andorra	450	Does not have a duty on the type of products for all vacationing tourists
Luxembourg	2500	Is international country With tourist center in Europe
Cyprus	9000	A picturesque corner of the country with a highly developed tourist area. For vacationers there is a huge range of services and entertainment at low prices.
Kosovo	10500	Is the most beautiful country Europe, valued for scenic spots
Montenegro	13200	The income of the state is the funds due to the large number of tourists. Lovers of relaxation choose a place for affordable prices and mild temperate climate

There is a list of which countries are the smallest in terms of population, in different parts of the world:

The smallest country in Asia is South Ossetia, its population of all living citizens is about 70,000 people.
Oceania - Niue with a population of 1400.
Africa - Seychelles - 85,500 people.
North America - Nevis - 50,000 people.
South America - Suriname - 450,000 people.

Important! Each part of the world has its own small state with smallest area and the population.

But the Order of Malta and the Vatican are dwarfed. There is no country in the world with the lowest performance.

The small Arab state is the Bahrain archipelago, and 33 islands located with it.

The Arab country became famous due to its sights and values:

The most popular and demanded place for foreign and Russian tourists.
The main hobby is the underwater world of diving in the Persian Gulf.
The oil refining and gas industries are developing and flourishing.
All proceeds of income go to the arrangement of a recreation area for all vacationers.

In small states there is an interconnectedness of close relations between all citizens. Government authorities are able to help and take care of the entire population.

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No. 10 Grenada: 344 km²

It is an island nation in the Caribbean, located northwest of Trinidad and Tobago. Grenada is the world's largest producer of nutmeg, so it's no surprise that it is also called the "Isle of Spice". From 1649 to 1763 it was a French colony. The strong influence of French traditions and culture in the country is felt today - from architecture and art to cricket, which is the most popular sport on the island.

No. 9 Malta: 316 km²

Malta is another tiny island nation. It is located in the Mediterranean Sea. The three main islands of the Republic are Gozo (Gozo), Comino and the largest of them, Malta. The country has a population of about 450,000 inhabitants, making it one of the most densely populated countries in the world. Most tourists come to Malta for beach holiday, intriguing history and up to a vibrant nightlife.

#8 Maldives: 300 km²

The smallest country in Asia in terms of area and population, the Maldives is nonetheless one of the largest popular places rest in Indian Ocean. snow white sandy beaches and crystal blue water ensured the country's reputation as a paradise. About 1,192 coral islands are scattered over an area of 90,000 km², making the Republic one of the most dispersed countries in the world. Although this has its own plus: there is always a place here just for the two of you.

Formerly part of the West Indies, these two islands in the Caribbean were among the first lands inhabited by Europeans and were a major exporter of sugar for centuries. Today, only colonial estates converted into hotels remind of the former plantations. Modern economy The country is built around tourism, agriculture and small manufacturing enterprises. Saint Kitts and Nevis is famous for its fantastic diving sites and rich marine life.

No. 6 Liechtenstein: 160 km²

Liechtenstein is the only country in the world that is entirely in the Alps. It is located between Switzerland and Austria. It is one of the richest countries with an incredibly low unemployment rate (1.5%). True, getting to Liechtenstein is a little problematic, because there is not a single airport here. The closest one is in Zurich.

No. 5 San Marino: 61 km²

San Marino is an enclave: its territory is completely surrounded by the lands of Italy. The country claims to be the oldest sovereign state in the world. San Marino is the third smallest country in Europe with a population of just 30,000, but boasts one of the highest GDP per capita and low unemployment.

No. 4 Tuvalu: 26 km²

Formerly known as Ellis, Tuvalu is located in the Pacific Ocean, northeast of Australia. Its population is about 10,000 inhabitants, and total length roads - only 8 km. Once it was British territory, but in 1978 she became independent. Due to the fact that it is quite problematic to get here, tourism in Tuvalu is underdeveloped, although the landscapes here are truly heavenly.

No. 3 Nauru: 21 km²

Nauru is the smallest island nation in the world. It is located to the east of Australia. The country's economy suffered greatly when the local phosphate mines were depleted. Unemployment has reached 90%. The republic is also known as the place of residence of the most obese people: 97% of men and 93% of women are obese or overweight.

No. 2 Monaco: 2 km²

Monaco is the epitome of luxury and wealth: here is the largest concentration of millionaires and billionaires in the world. Thanks to the chic casinos and wide choice exclusive services, the country has become a favorite vacation spot for the powerful. One of the most popular and spectacular events of the year is the Formula 1 Grand Prix, during which cars drive along ordinary city streets. With over 36,000 inhabitants, Monaco is the most populous country in the world.

#1 Vatican: 0.44 km²

The smallest country in the world is the Vatican. It is located in the Italian capital and is the center of the Catholic Church. Not surprisingly, this is where the largest Christian church in the world, St. Peter's Basilica, is located. In addition, valuable works of Renaissance art can be seen in the Vatican. The main source of income in the country is the voluntary contributions of Catholics from all over the world (more than 1 billion people). The rest of the profits come from the sale of postage stamps, tourist souvenirs and museum entrance fees.

We provide you with a ranking of the 10 smallest countries in the world. The main criterion for the distribution of places in the ranking is the area of the territory occupied by the country. Small countries are just as beautiful and significant as big ones. And here are the countries:

Vatican: 0.44 sq. km

The Vatican is the smallest country in the world. This city-state is located inside Rome. It is the seat of the highest leadership of the Roman Catholic Church. The citizens of this state are subjects of the Holy See. The Vatican has a non-profit economy. Donations make up the bulk of the budget. Also, cash receipts to the treasury come from the tourism sector: payment for visiting museums, selling souvenirs, etc. The Vatican plays a significant role in the settlement of military conflicts, calling for the preservation of peace.

Monaco: 2.02 sq. km

Principality of Monaco. Surely, many have heard about this state thanks to the city of Monte Carlo and its famous casinos. Monaco is located next to France. Also, this country is known because of the Formula 1 championship held here - the Monaco Grand Prix. Tourism is one of the main sources of income for the state, along with the construction and sale of real estate.

Nauru: 21.3 sq. km

The Republic of Nauru is located on a coral island in the Pacific Ocean. This country does not have a capital, which makes it unique. One of the main problems of this country is the shortage fresh water. Flora and fauna are very scarce. The main source of replenishment of the treasury for a long time was the extraction of phosphorites, but since the 90s, the level of production began to decline, and with it the well-being of the population. Tourism is not developed here due to the severe pollution of the country.

Tuvalu: 26 sq. km

The state of Tuvalu is located on a cluster of atolls and islands and is located in the Pacific Ocean. Often, destructive cyclones pass through the islands. vegetable and animal world This state is quite scarce and is represented mainly by animals brought to the islands - pigs, cats, dogs, and plants. The economy of Tuvalu, like other countries in Oceania, is mainly made up of the public sector, and to a small extent agriculture and fishing.

San Marino: 61 sq. km

The Republic of San Marino is located in the southern part of Europe and borders Italy on all sides. San Marino is not only one of the smallest countries in the world, but also the oldest European state formed in the 3rd century. This country is located in a mountainous area. The basis of the economy is production, which gives 34% of GDP, and the service sector and tourism also play an important role.

Liechtenstein: 160 sq. km

The Principality of Liechtenstein is located in Western Europe, bordering Switzerland and Austria. Although this state occupies a small area, it is very beautiful: mountain landscapes, and the most big river Europe - Rhine. Liechtenstein is one of the largest financial centers in the world with a highly developed banking sector. The country is very high level life and welfare. Liechtenstein is an example that even one of the smallest countries in the world can occupy significant place in world politics and economics.

Marshall Islands: 181 sq. km

The Republic of the Marshall Islands is located in the Pacific Ocean. Flora and fauna have been significantly altered by man, including the 1954 nuclear tests conducted by the United States. Therefore, on the islands, plant species characteristic of this area are practically not found; others were planted instead. The main sector of the economy is the service sector. Due to undeveloped infrastructure and high prices for transport (flight to the islands), tourism is at an early stage of development.

Saint Kitts and Nevis: 261 sq. km

Saint Kitts and Nevis is a federation located in the east caribbean. In terms of territory and population, this state is the smallest country in the Western Hemisphere. The main industry that provides most of the revenue to the treasury is tourism. Agriculture is poorly developed, mainly sugarcane is grown.

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