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These Are 10 Smallest Countries In World By Area But Are Famous For Their Culture And Tradition - Have You Visited Any?

Many countries are smaller than some cities, yet they are significant due to their rich culture, traditions, and history. Here’s a list of the top 10 smallest countries in the world.

1/10

Vatican City is the smallest independent city-state in the world. It serves as the spiritual and administrative hub of the Roman Catholic Church. Surrounded by Rome, it spans 44 hectares and is home to approximately 800 residents. 

2/10

Monaco, the world's second-smallest country, is a city-state in Western Europe, bordered by France and the Mediterranean Sea.

Nauru

3/10

Nauru is world’s third-smallest country, which spans approx 21 square kilometers with around 10,000 residents. 

Tuvalu

4/10

Tuvalu is a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean. Funafuti is its capital. It is known for pristine beaches ands vibrant coral reefs.

San Marino

5/10

San Marino is ocated in northern Italy and covers approx 61 square kilometres.

Liechtenstein

6/10

Liechtenstein is covers 160 square kilometres and is known for its picturesque Alpine landscapes and charming villages. 

Marshall Islands

7/10

The Marshall Islands, located in the central Pacific Ocean with Majuro as its capital, is known for its rich culture, consisting of 29 atolls, five islands, and covering a land area of 181 square kilometres.

Saint Kitts & Nevis

8/10

Saint Kitts and Nevis, a small sovereign state in the West Indies, spans 261 square kilometres and offers natural beauty. The islands are famous for their untouched beaches, lush rainforests and vibrant colonial history.

Maldives

9/10

The Maldives, a tropical paradise in the Indian Ocean with Male as its capital, spans 298 square kilometers. It's famous for stunning beaches, turquoise lagoons, and luxurious overwater bungalows.

Malta

10/10

Malta, a small Mediterranean island with a rich history, boasts UNESCO World Heritage sites, stunning beaches, Baroque architecture, and a vibrant tourism industry, attracting visitors and expatriates year-round.

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