Have you ever wondered what the smallest country in the world is? Although you may think you know, you'll be surprised to see what's number one on the list! 10) The Maldives – Although the Republic of Maldives has a territory of 35,000 sq miles(90,000 km2), 99% of it is ocean. The actual land mass is composed of only 115 sq miles (300 km2) and consists of approximately 200 islands and a population of 345,000. Known for its unstable government and religious intolerance, the natives also believe in white and black magic.
In September of 2013, a coconut (an ingredient commonly used in spells) was detained by authorities during an election for “acting suspiciously” outside of a polling station. 9) Saint Kitts and Nevis – Two separate islands in the Caribbean make up this sovereign nation and have a combined area of 104 sq miles (269 km2). The population of 48,000 is significantly smaller than the Maldives, and this small nation only gained its independence from Britain as recently as 1983. Both of the islands are part of a volcanic chain, with Nevis being almost all mountain. Saint Kitts and Nevis have the honor of being the first colonized islands in the Caribbean. Christopher Columbus discovered and named them in 1493, and the country's full title is the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis. 8) The Marshall Islands – With an average island height of only seven feet, the Marshall Islands are one of the world's flattest countries. This island chain in the Pacific takes up 70 sq miles (181 km2) and has a population of 68,000. Although evidence of settled islands originates from as far back as 2000 BC, the Marshall Islands gained their independence from the United States in 1986, making it one of the world's youngest nations. Although it's comprised of five islands and several atolls , the island count used to be six. Unfortunately, the US blew up the sixth island, Elugelab , when testing a hydrogen bomb in 1952. All that remains is a hole over a mile wide and 15 stories deep. 7) Liechtenstein – Tucked in between Austria and Sweden is the small but notable country of Liechtenstein . Covering only 62 sq miles (160 km2) and with a primarily German population of 36,000, this beautiful and culture-rich country solidifies its spot as #7 on our list. Liechtenstein is the world's largest producer of sausage casings, false teeth and potassium storage units. Liechtenstein is one of three countries in the world without an army, and the one time they did have one was during the Austro-Prussian War in 1866. Their army consisted of 80 soldiers and saw no fighting. 6) San Marino – San Marino is a mere third of the size of Liechtenstein with a population of over 31,000 and an area of 23 sq miles (60 km2). This small European country has walls similar to the Great Wall of China and is crowned with three towers on Mount Titano , which most of the main city rests on. San Marino is said to be the oldest surviving republic, founded in 301 AD, and President Abraham Lincoln had the honor of being made an honorary citizen there because of his love of republican principles.
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