0.17 square miles (0.44 square kilometers) Located in Rome, Italy, the Vatican City is the smallest country in the world by land area. It is also the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church.
- 0.78 square miles (2.02 square kilometers) Situated on the French Riviera, Monaco is known for its luxurious lifestyle and high-end casinos.
8.1 square miles (21 square kilometers) Located in the Pacific Ocean, Nauru is the smallest island nation in the world. It is also one of the least visited countries in the world.
10 square miles (26 square kilometers) Another island nation in the Pacific Ocean, Tuvalu is composed of nine coral atolls.
23.6 square miles (61 square kilometers) Located in Italy, San Marino is one of the oldest republics in the world, dating back to 301 AD.
- 62.1 square miles (160 square kilometers) Nestled between Switzerland and Austria, Liechtenstein is known for its stunning alpine scenery and high quality of life.
70.4 square miles (181.4 square kilometers) Composed of over 1,000 islands and islets, the Marshall Islands are located in the Pacific Ocean and are known for their pristine beaches and coral reefs.
101 square miles (261 square kilometers) Located in the Caribbean, Saint Kitts and Nevis is a popular destination for tourists seeking sun, sand, and sea.
115 square miles (298 square kilometers) Located in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is composed of over 1,000 coral islands and is known for its turquoise waters and abundant marine life.
150 square miles (389 square kilometers) Another Caribbean nation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is known for its lush rainforests, stunning waterfalls, and pristine beaches.