10 largest countries by territory. The most interesting facts

The area of ​​our planet is about 510.073 million km². An area of ​​361.132 million km² is occupied by water, that is, 71.8% of the total area of ​​the planet. Land occupies 148.94 million km², that is, 29.2% of the planet's area. Almost half of the total landmass is occupied by the 12 largest countries in the world. In our rating, we will briefly talk about these countries, what area they occupy, and what role they play on the geographical map of the world.

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Twelfth place in the list of the largest countries in the world is occupied by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - the largest state on the Arabian Peninsula. This country covers an area of ​​2.218 million km², which is approximately 1.4% of all land on the planet. Administratively, it is divided into 13 provinces (103 districts). Saudi Arabia borders many countries: Jordan, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman and Yemen. It is washed by the Persian Gulf in the northeast and the Red Sea in the west. The basis of Saudi Arabia's economy is oil exports, as it has 25% of the world's reserves.

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The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the second largest country on the African continent with a territory of approximately 2.345 million km², which is approximately 1.57% of the total land area on earth. In the southwest it is washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and borders Angola, Congo, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania and Zambia. The country is divided into 26 provinces. The country has the world's largest reserves of cobalt, germanium, tantalum, diamonds, Africa's largest reserves of uranium, tungsten, copper, zinc, tin, significant deposits of oil, coal, ores, iron, manganese, gold and silver. Large hydropower and forest resources.

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The People's Democratic Republic of Algeria is the largest state on the African continent, with an area of ​​approximately 2.381 million km², which is approximately 1.59% of the total land area. Algeria borders Morocco, Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Libya and Tunisia. About 80% of the country's territory is occupied by the Sahara Desert, which consists of separate sandy and rocky deserts. Algeria has such natural resources as ores of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, manganese and phosphorite. The basis of Algeria's economy is gas and oil. They provide 30% of GDP, 60% of state budget revenues and 95% of export earnings. Algeria ranks 8th in the world in gas reserves and 4th in the world in gas exports. Algeria ranks 15th in the world in oil reserves and 11th in its exports.

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On the ninth line of the list of the largest countries is the Republic of Kazakhstan, a state located in Central Asia and Eastern Europe. The country's territory covers an area of ​​about 2.725 million km², which is approximately 1.82% of the total land area on the planet. Kazakhstan is the largest country in the world without access to the World Ocean. It borders with the Russian Federation, China, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. It is washed by the waters of the Caspian and Aral seas. Administratively, it is divided into 14 regions. Kazakhstan ranks first in the world in proven reserves of zinc, tungsten and barite, second in silver, lead and chromite, third in copper and fluorite, fourth in molybdenum, sixth in gold.

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The Argentine Republic is the second largest country in South America with an area of ​​about 2.767 million km², which is approximately 1.85% of the total land area of ​​our planet. It borders Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil and Uruguay. In the east it is washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Argentina is a federal republic divided into 23 provinces and 1 federal capital district. The country is distinguished by its reserves of uranium, manganese, copper ores, and beryllium; there are lead-zinc, tungsten and iron ores. Argentina is one of the top ten countries in the world in terms of uranium ore reserves.

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The Republic of India is a state in South Asia with a territory of about 3.287 million km², which is approximately 2.2% of the total land area. India shares borders with Pakistan, China, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Maldives, Sri Lanka and Indonesia. The country consists of 25 states and 7 union territories. The Indian subcontinent is home to many ancient civilizations and religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism and Jainism. India's major natural resources are arable land, bauxite, coal, diamonds, iron ore, limestone, manganese, gas, petroleum and titanium ores. The main exports are textiles, jewelry, engineering products and software. The main imports are oil, machinery, fertilizers and chemicals.

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Australia is a country in the Southern Hemisphere, occupying the mainland of Australia, the island of Tasmania and several other islands of the Indian and Pacific oceans, totaling about 7.692 million km² or 5.16% of the total land area. The country borders East Timor, Indonesia, Guinea, Vanuatu, Caledonia, Solomon Islands and Zealand. Australia consists of six states, three mainland territories and other smaller territories. Australia's natural resource potential is 20 times higher than the world average. The country ranks 1st in the world in reserves of bauxite, zirconium and uranium, 6th in coal reserves. It has significant reserves of manganese, gold, diamonds and minor deposits of oil and natural gas.

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The Federative Republic of Brazil is the largest country in South America by area and occupies approximately 8.514 million km², which is about 5.71% of the total land area. It borders with all the countries of South America, except Chile and Ecuador: French Guiana, Suriname, Guyana, Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Argentina and Uruguay. From the east the coast is washed by the Atlantic Ocean. Brazil also includes several archipelagos. Brazil is divided into 26 states and 1 federal district. More than 40 types of minerals are mined in Brazil. The most significant are iron and manganese ores. Brazil is a supplier of strategic raw materials: tungsten, niobium, zirconium, etc. The Amazon has significant reserves of gold.

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The United States of America is the fourth largest country in the world with approximately 9.519 million km² of land area, which is about 6.39% of the total land area on earth. The United States borders Canada and Mexico and also has a maritime border with Russia. They are washed by the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. Administratively, the country is divided into 50 states and the District of Columbia; a number of island territories are also subordinate to the United States. The US Constitution is in force on the uninhabited Palmyra Atoll. The remaining territories have their own basic legislation. The largest of these territories is Puerto Rico. The United States is the world's largest economy and has many natural resources, including energy and raw materials.

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The top three largest countries in the world are closed by the People's Republic of China with approximately 9.597 million km² or 6.44% of all land on the planet. China is the largest country by population (1.3 billion), and Chinese civilization is one of the oldest in the world. The country borders the DPRK, Russia, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. It is washed by the waters of the western seas of the Pacific Ocean. The People's Republic of China is divided into 22 provinces, 5 autonomous regions, 4 municipalities and 2 special administrative regions. China is rich in fuel and raw materials. Reserves of oil, coal, metal ores and precious metals are of great importance.

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The second place is occupied by the Northern neighbor of the United States, Canada, with an area of ​​9.985 million km² or 6.7% of the total land area. The country has borders with the USA, Denmark (Greenland) and France (Saint Pierre and Miquelon). Canada's border with the United States is the longest shared border in the world. It is washed by the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic oceans. Canada is divided into 10 provinces and 3 territories. Canada is one of the richest and one of the ten most trading countries in the world. The country is a net energy exporter, with vast natural gas and oil deposits in Alberta and the Athabasca region, making Canada the world's second largest country in terms of oil reserves after Saudi Arabia.

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The Russian Federation is the largest country in the world and, with its 17.152 million km² or about 11.5% of the planet's total land area, it is almost twice the size of Canada. It is divided into 87 administrative-territorial units, 46 of which are regions, 23 are republics, 9 are territories, 4 are federal cities, 4 are autonomous okrugs and 1 is an autonomous region. Russia borders on 18 countries: Norway, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Belarus, Ukraine, Abkhazia, Georgia, South Ossetia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, China, Mongolia, North Korea. Russia has the world's largest proven natural gas reserves and is also its largest producer. The country is in the top three in terms of the volume of oil produced, and in terms of the volume of its exports it ranks second. There are large deposits of coal, iron ore, nickel, tin, gold, diamonds, platinum, lead and zinc.

In 2019, 262 states can be seen on the globe. It is worth considering that all these republics are divided on the basis of “dependence” and participation in the UN.

The UN includes 192 republics. The UN is the United Nations Organization, aimed at ensuring peace and maintaining tranquility in all countries. The UN promotes the development of friendly relations between nations and republics, encourages cooperation in the cultural, political and economic spheres.

The ten largest territories in the world by area are the following republics:

1. Russian Federation.
2. Kazakhstan.

Russia

Russia took first place in the ranking of the 10 largest republics in the world. It is the largest country in the world. Its area reaches 17,125,406 square meters. km. The Russian Federation occupies a third of the globe. It is simultaneously located in Europe and Asia (77% of the territory is in Asia). Russia occupies about 40% of the area of ​​all Europe.

About 146 million people live in the republic. According to these data, the Russian Federation ranks only ninth in terms of the number of citizens.

Russia includes:

• 46 regions;
• 22 republics;
• 17 districts.

Russia is famous all over the world for its Lake Baikal. This lake is the deepest in the world (730 meters). 336 rivers flow into it. But the most interesting thing is that only one river flows out, called the Angara.

But the lake is not the only attraction of Russia. According to the survey, Russians identified 6 places that are significant for the Russian Federation:

• Mamaev Kurgan and Motherland. Located in Volgograd. Soldiers of the Great Patriotic War were buried in this place. The monumental sculpture “Motherland” rises on the mound. This monument symbolizes the victory of the Russians over the Nazis.
• The Valley of Geysers is a plot of land with an area of ​​7 square meters. km. There are more than 20 geysers in this territory.
• Peterhof – Great Peterhof Palace. This palace became the property of St. Petersburg. It was created by order of the great Russian Tsar Peter the Great.
• Elbrus is a stratovolcano in the Caucasus. Elbrus is the highest point in the Russian Federation.
• St. Basil's Cathedral or the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This cathedral is included in the UNESCO heritage list.
• Weathering pillars are a monument created by nature during the life of the Mansi people. The height of the pillars reaches 40 meters. According to scientists, the age of this extraordinary natural phenomenon reaches 200 million years.

Canada

It is washed by three oceans:

1. Atlantic.
2. Quiet.
3. Northern Arctic.

The capital of the country, Ottawa, is recognized as one of the largest cities in the world.

Sights of Canada:

• Niagara Falls. Its width reaches 790 meters.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge. Its length is 70 meters. The bridge is located over a canyon whose depth is 137 meters.
• Rocky Mountain Park.
• Underground city in Montreal.
• Bay of Fundy.

China

China is known to many not only for its high production volumes, cheap labor and variety of goods, but also for its sights and amazing nature. Millions of tourists visit this country every year to enjoy the grandeur of one of the oldest civilizations in the world.

The most famous attractions in China are:

• Mogao Caves, which are located on an area of ​​25 kilometers. The uniqueness of the caves lies in the fact that they form a system of 490 temples. These are rock temples used to store art objects.
• Huangshan Mountains.
• The Terracotta Army is a collection of sculptures that depict the army of the first Chinese emperor.
• The great Wall of China. It was built during the Ming Dynasty.

USA

The USA is located on the North American mainland. The area of ​​the territory is 9,519,431 square meters. km. The USA consists of 50 states and 1 federal district called Columbia.

Sightseeings of USA:

• Mount Rushmore. The famous mountain, which is the calling card of the country. The faces of four US presidents are carved into the mountain: D. Washington, A. Lincoln, T. Roosevelt and T. Jefferson.
• Grand Canyon Park.
• Yellowstone Park.
• Death Valley. One of the most mysterious places on the planet. The lakes in this valley are below sea level. But this is not what attracts tourists. In the valley there are self-moving stones that move from time to time, leaving traces behind them.
• Alcatraz prison. The world's most famous prison for repeat offenders. It is built on an island that can only be reached by ferry.
• Papakolea Beach is popular because the beach in this place has green sand.

Brazil

Brazil is the largest country in South America. Area 8,514,877 sq. km. About 203,262,260 people live in the country.

The most famous attractions are:

• Amazon river.
• Statue of Christ in Rio. The height of the statue reaches 38 meters.

The Commonwealth of Australia occupies the entire territory of the Indian Ocean continent. The territory is 7,686,850 square meters. km. The Union is known around the world for its attractions:

• The famous Sydney Opera House.
• Ayers Rock. This mountain is the largest solid rock in the world. Its height is 348 meters. The uniqueness of the rock lies in its red color.
• The Barrier Reef is one of the largest coral reefs on the planet.

India

India ranks honorably second in the world in terms of the number of living citizens. 1,283,455,000 citizens live on its territory. The area of ​​the country is 3,287,590 square meters. km.

Attractions:

• The Taj Mahal is a mausoleum built by order of Emperor Shah Jahan in honor of his deceased wife. The grandeur of the mausoleum is mesmerizing. It is made of white marble and took more than 20 years to complete.
• Jaisalmer Fort is a fortress in India. The building rises on a hill 80 meters high.

Argentina

Argentina is located in North America. Its area is 2,780,400 sq. km. The country attracts tourists with Iguazu Park, the striking pile of blue ice blocks of Perito Moreno and the Colon Opera House.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked republic. Its area is 2,724,902 sq. km. This country borders on four republics, not counting the Russian Federation.

Kazakhstan is a very popular tourist state.

Its main attractions are:

• Baikonur. The very first cosmodrome in the world.
• Mosque "Nur-Astana".
• Alma-Ata Zoo. In the zoo you can even find rare breeds of animals, including albino animals.
• Lake Issyk.

Algeria is one of the largest countries in Africa. Its area is 2,381,740 sq. km. It is popular with the city of Timgad, the Jamea El-Kebir mosque, the city of Kasbah. One of the places visited by tourists is the drying lake Shott-Melgir. This is the largest lake in Algeria. The uniqueness of the lake lies in the fact that in the summer it dries up and turns into a salt marsh, and in the winter it fills up with water again.

Algeria is partially located on the territory of the well-known Sahara Desert, which stretches over 8,400 thousand square meters. km.

After the above countries, the largest states on the planet are considered:

• DR Congo - area 2345,400 sq. km.
• Saudi Arabia – 2,218,001 sq. km.
• Mexico – 1972,550 sq. km.
• Indonesia – 1904,556 sq. km.
• Sudan – 1886,068 sq. km.
• Libya – 1759,540 sq. km.
• Iran – 1,648,000 sq. km.
• Mongolia – 1564,116 sq. km.
• Peru - 1285,220 sq. km.
• Chad – 1,284,000 sq. km.

Smallest countries

Most people are familiar with large states. But few people know the smallest countries in the world. They are quite difficult to find on the map due to their size, but they still exist.

1. Order of Malta. The smallest country on the planet. Its area is 12 thousand square meters. m. Only 11 thousand citizens live on the territory of the Order of Malta. Many people confuse this tiny country with Malta or automatically include it as part of Italy. The Order of Malta considers itself an independent state, with its own fleet, currency, stamps, passports and license plates. It is located on the territory of Rome.
2. Vatican. The second largest state on the planet. Its area is only 440,000 square meters. m. The Vatican is located in Rome. The Vatican has a population of 830 people. The bulk of the budget consists of donations and revenues from the tourism sector. The country welcomes an absolute monarchy. The main purpose of this state is to call on countries to maintain peace among themselves.
3. The Principality of Monaco is located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. Its area is 2.02 square meters. km. 35 thousand citizens live on the territory of the principality.
4. Nauru is located in the Pacific Ocean. Area 21 sq. km. The population does not exceed 9,000 people. The peculiarity of the island is that it does not have a capital.
5. Tuvalu. The area of ​​the state is 26 square meters. km. The population is about 10 thousand citizens.
   
6. San Marino. The peculiarity of this tiny republic is that it is surrounded on all sides by Italy. Area 61 sq. km. More than 32 thousand citizens live in the territory.
7. Liechtenstein is a state that is often confused with Switzerland. Liechtenstein is a member of the EU. Area 160 sq. km.
8. Marshall Islands. They are located on five islands with an area of ​​180 square meters. km.
9. – 236 sq. km.
10. Saint Kitts and Nevis are 2 islands that form one state with an area of ​​261 square meters. km.
11. Maldives - 300 sq. km. They are located on an archipelago that consists of more than 1000 islands. The Maldives is one of the most expensive resorts on the planet.
12. Malta - 316 sq. km.
13. Grenada – 340 sq. km. Island state with a constitutional monarchy.
14. St. Vincent – ​​389 sq. km.
15. Barbados – 430 sq. km.
16. Antigua – 442 sq. km.
    
17. Seychelles – 455 sq. km.
18. Palau – 458 sq. km.
19. Andorra – 468 sq. km.
20. Saint Lucia - 617 sq. km.
21. Bahrain – 701 sq. km.
22. Federated States of Micronesia - 702 sq. km.

Table: smallest republics based on continent

There are more than two hundred countries and individual territories on the planet, which are located on 148,940,000 square kilometers of land. The largest countries together occupy more than fifty percent of the land area, and some occupy a rather small part.

Scientists periodically compile lists of the world's territories, distributing them by area or population. When determining the largest and smallest world states, they use a certain classification.

Classification by size of occupied area

Twenty-four countries are classified as dwarf countries, which are mainly located in Oceania. There are also eight small, fifty-six medium and small states each. There are twenty-one large and significant countries, but there are only seven giant states on the planet.

The largest states in Europe

Although Europe is one of the smallest parts of the world, the European population accounts for ten percent of the world's population. There are quite a few large states in Europe, some of which are also on the list of the largest areas on the world map. The list of the three largest European countries by area includes Russia, Ukraine, and France.

Russia occupies the largest area in Europe. This is a huge area stretching from Eastern Europe to Northern Asia. The borders of the Russian Federation are in contact with eighteen other countries. The division into the European and Asian parts occurs with the help of the Ural mountains and the Kumo-Manych depression. The area of ​​Russia is 17,125,191 square kilometers.

The second largest country in Europe is Ukraine. Its borders are entirely in the eastern part of Europe. Ukraine borders on seven states and is washed by two seas. The area of ​​Ukraine, excluding the territory of Crimea, is 576,604 square kilometers. It occupies five and a half percent of the entire territory of Europe.

France is the third largest European country by area. The territory of France includes overseas regions and the main part of Western Europe. The territory borders many European countries and is washed by significant sea areas. France occupies a fifth of the territory of the European Union and has an exclusive maritime economic zone extending over an area of ​​eleven million square kilometers. The area of ​​France is 547,030, and taking into account overseas possessions - 674,685 square kilometers.

Rating of the five largest countries in the world

The largest part of the land on the planet is occupied by giant states. The list of the five largest countries in the world by area includes:

• Brazil;
• China;
• Canada;
• Russia.

Brazil is the largest country in South America and ranks fifth in the ranking of the largest countries in the world by area. The borders of the state are in contact with the borders of all countries of the continent of South America. On the eastern side, Brazil is washed by the Atlantic Ocean. The largest city in the state is the capital Brasilia. Brazil's area is 8,514,877 square kilometers. About two hundred million citizens are registered in the country.

The next place in the ranking is occupied by the United States of America. This large state is located on the mainland of North America. The country is the fourth largest in the world in terms of territory and third in terms of population. The USA borders on three countries - Russia, Canada and Mexico, and is washed by the waters of the Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The USA is divided into fifty states and one federal district. The area of ​​the USA is 9,519,431 square kilometers.

China is third on the list. The People's Republic of China not only occupies a large area, but also has the largest population of any country in the world. China occupies the territory of Eurasia and borders fourteen countries. The coasts of the state are washed by the seas and the Pacific Ocean. China covers an area of ​​9,598,962 square kilometers. The population of the state is more than one billion people. The state includes thirty-one territorial entities, four cities under central jurisdiction, five autonomous regions and twenty-two provinces.

Canada is the second largest country in the world. It is located in North America and is washed by the waters of the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic oceans. Canada's borders touch France, Denmark and the United States. Canada is divided into ten provinces and three territories. Canada is divided into four parts: the Appalachians, the Great Plains, the Canadian Shield and the Cordillera. On the territory of the state there are the largest lakes - Verkhnee (the largest freshwater lake in the world) and Bear Lake (one of the ten largest on the planet). Canada covers 9,984,670 square kilometers of land and is home to more than thirty-four million people.

What is the largest country in the world? The largest is the Russian Federation. It occupies a third of the Eurasian continent and borders nineteen states – seventeen by land and two by sea. The highest point in Russia is Mount Elbrus; more than two million bodies of fresh and salt water are scattered throughout the country. Hundreds of rivers more than ten kilometers long flow through the Russian Federation. Russia is divided into forty-six regions, twenty-two republics and seventeen subjects - territories, federal cities and autonomous districts. The vast area of ​​Russia, which is 17,125,407 square kilometers, is home to more than one hundred and forty-six million inhabitants.

The largest countries in the world have developed economies, interesting cultures, traditions and customs. They all have an ancient, interesting history and cooperate with many countries around the world.

The ten states with the largest area in the world are listed. They are located in different parts of the planet, and economically they are too different.

10. Sudan. With an area of ​​2,505,815 sq. km. Sudan is the tenth largest country in the world and the largest in the world. It is located in the northeastern part of the continent, on the shores of the Red Sea. Most of Sudan is predominantly dry and barren desert.

9. Kazakhstan. The former Soviet republic covers an area of ​​2,717,300 sq. km. in the western part of the continent. The country has access to the Caspian Sea. Most of Kazakhstan is occupied by steppes and deserts.

Despite this, there are large mineral deposits in the bowels of the earth that are turning Kazakhstan into a country with a bright future.

7. India. With an area of ​​3,287,263 sq. km. the seventh largest country in the world. It completely occupies the Hindustan Peninsula in Asia. The country is surrounded by the waters of the warm Indian Ocean, and in the north it reaches the Himalayas.

Despite its large area, India is an overpopulated country, being home to more than 1 billion people. What is now India was home to one of the richest and most exciting cultures on our planet.

European Union. Although not a state, it is a strongly integrated community that is united by economic and political principles. The European Union is one of the most influential organizations in the world.

If the EU were a country, it would be the 7th largest country in the world after Australia, and would be economically larger than even the United States. The EU covers an area of ​​4,325,675 sq. km, but it continues to expand.

6. Australia. With an area of ​​7,682,300 sq. km. the sixth largest country in the world and at the same time one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world. The average population density is about 2 people per square kilometer.

The reason is that the interior of the country is exceptionally sparsely populated. Australia is the only country that completely occupies the territory of one continent.

5. Brazil. With an area of ​​8,574,404 sq. km. the largest country in the southern hemisphere and Latin America. It occupies the middle of South America, and on its territory there is the largest river in the world and the most extensive equatorial forest on the planet.

The country has wide access to the Atlantic Ocean. Thanks to its large area and wealth of resources, Brazil is now among the fastest growing and most promising economies of the 21st century.

2. Canada. With an area of ​​9,970,610 sq. km. the second largest country in the world. Similar to the USA, Canada also has access to three oceans. The country is the largest in the western hemisphere, and is known throughout the world for its beautiful landscapes.

Some of the most extensive pine forests on the planet lie here. Since Canada is a northern country with a harsh climate, most of the population lives in the southern border areas.

1. Russia. covers an area of ​​17,075,400 sq. km. It is the largest country in the world. Russia occupies vast territories in Asia, and stretches from the Baltic Sea to the Pacific Ocean.

In the north, the coast of the Arctic Ocean stretches for thousands of kilometers. On its vast territory, Russia has inexhaustible natural resources, which are the basis of the Russian economy.

Here are the most extensive coniferous forests on the planet. Vast areas of the Russian Federation are almost uninhabited due to harsh climatic conditions.

On our entire planet there are about 200 countries and territories, which are located on 148,940,000 square meters. km of land. Some of the states occupy a small area (Monaco 2 sq. km), while others extend over several million square kilometers. It is noteworthy that the largest states occupied about 50% of the land.

2,382,740 sq. km.

(ADR) ranks tenth among the largest countries in the world and is the largest state on the African continent. The capital of the state bears the name of the country - Algeria. The area of ​​the state is 2,381,740 sq. km. It is washed by the Mediterranean Sea, and most of the territory is occupied by the largest desert in the world, the Sahara.

2,724,902 sq. km.

It ranks ninth in the ranking of countries with the largest territory. Its area is 2,724,902 sq. km. This is the largest state without access to the world's oceans. The country owns part of the Caspian Sea and the inland Aral Sea. Kazakhstan has land borders with four Asian countries and Russia. The border area with Russia is one of the longest in the world. Most of the territory is occupied by deserts and steppes. The population of the country as of 2016 is 17,651,852 people. The capital is the city of Astana - one of the most populated in Kazakhstan.

2,780,400 sq. km.

(2,780,400 sq. km.) is the eighth largest country in the world by territory and the second largest in South America. The capital of the state, Buenos Aires is the largest city in Argentina. The territory of the country stretches from north to south. This causes a variety of natural and climatic zones. The Andes mountain system stretches along the western border, and the eastern part is washed by the Atlantic Ocean. The north of the country has a subtropical climate, while the south has cold deserts with harsh weather conditions. Argentina was given its name in the 16th century by the Spaniards, who assumed that its depths contained large amounts of silver (argentum - translated as silver). The colonists were wrong; there was very little silver.

3,287,590 sq. km.

Located on an area of ​​3,287,590 sq. km. She comes in second place by population(1,283,455,000 people), giving way to China and seventh place among the largest countries in the world. Its shores are washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. The country got its name from the Indus River, on the banks of which the first settlements appeared. Before British colonization, India was the richest country. It was there that Columbus sought to go in search of wealth, but ended up in America. The official capital of the country is New Delhi.

7,686,859 sq.km.

(Union of Australia) is located on the continent of the same name and occupies its entire territory. The state also occupies the island of Tasmania and other islands of the Pacific and Indian oceans. The total area covered by Australia is 7,686,850 sq. km. The capital of the state is the city of Canberra - the largest in Australia. Most of the country's water bodies are salty. The largest salt lake is Eyre. The continent is washed by the Indian Ocean, as well as the seas of the Pacific Ocean.

8,514,877 sq. km.

- the largest state on the continent of South America, it ranks fifth in terms of territory in the world. On an area of ​​8,514,877 sq. km. 203,262,267 citizens live. The capital bears the name of the country - Brazil (Brasilia) and is one of the largest cities in the state. Brazil borders all the countries of South America and is washed by the Atlantic Ocean on the eastern side.

9,519,431 sq. km.

USA(USA) is one of the largest countries located on the North American continent. Its total area is 9,519,431 sq. km. The United States ranks fourth in terms of territory and third in population in the world. The number of living citizens is 321,267,000 people. The capital of the state is Washington. The country is divided into 50 states, as well as Colombia, the federal district. The USA borders Canada, Mexico and Russia. The territory is washed by three oceans: the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic.

9,598,962 sq. km.

(People's Republic of China) tops the top three with the largest territory. This is not only a country with one of the largest areas, but also with a huge population, the number of which ranks first in the world. On an area of ​​9,598,962 sq. km. 1,374,642,000 people live. China is located on the Eurasian continent and borders 14 countries. The part of the mainland where China is located is washed by the Pacific Ocean and seas. The capital of the state is Beijing. The state includes 31 territorial entities: 22 provinces, 4 centrally subordinate cities (“mainland China”) and 5 autonomous regions.

9,984,670 sq. km.

With an area of ​​9,984,670 sq. km. ranks second in the ranking largest countries in the world across the territory. It is located on the mainland of North America, and is washed by three oceans: the Pacific, Atlantic and Arctic. Canada borders the USA, Denmark and France. The state includes 13 territorial entities, of which 10 are called provinces, and 3 are called territories. The country's population is 34,737,000 people. The capital of Canada is Ottawa - one of the largest cities in the country. Conventionally, the state is divided into four parts: the Canadian Cordillera, the elevated plain of the Canadian Shield, the Appalachians and the Great Plains. Canada is called the land of lakes, the most popular of which are Superior, whose area measures 83,270 square meters (the largest freshwater lake in the world), and Medvezhye, which is one of the TOP 10 largest lakes in the world.

17,125,407 sq. km.

(Russian Federation) occupies a leading position among the largest countries in terms of area. The Russian Federation is located on an area of ​​17,125,407 sq. km on the largest continent of Eurasia and occupies a third of it. Despite its vast territory, Russia ranks only ninth in terms of population density, the number of which is 146,267,288. The capital of the state is the city of Moscow - this is the most populated part of the country. The Russian Federation includes 46 regions, 22 republics and 17 subjects called territories, federal cities and autonomous okrugs. The country borders on 17 countries by land and 2 by sea (USA and Japan). There are more than a hundred rivers in Russia, the length of which exceeds 10 kilometers - these are the Amur, Don, Volga and others. In addition to rivers, the country is home to more than 2 million fresh and salt water bodies. One of the most famous, Fr. Baikal is the deepest lake in the world. The highest point of the state is Mount Elbrus, whose height is about 5.5 km.