10 Largest Countries in the World by Area
The "Largest Countries in the World by Area" refers to a list of nations ranked in order of their geographical expanse, with the top positions occupied by countries boasting the greatest land areas. This compilation highlights the vast and expansive territories of these nations, offering insights into their diverse landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural richness. From Russia, the largest country, to others with substantial landmass, this list provides a snapshot of the world's most extensive nations based on sheer geographical size.
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1 Russia 1991
Russia
- Country Area: Approximately 17.1 million square kilometers
- Country GDP (in billions): $2,240
- Country Population: Over 145 million
- Country Capital: Moscow
- Country Language: Russian
- Interesting Fact: Russia spans both Europe and Asia, and it has a rich history of literature, music, and scientific achievements.
2 Canada 1982
Canada
- Country Area: About 9.98 million square kilometers
- Country GDP (in billions): $2,140
- Country Population: Approximately 38 million
- Country Capital: Ottawa
- Country Language: English, French
- Interesting Fact: Canada has the longest coastline in the world, bordered by the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans.
3 United States 1776
United States
- Country Area: Roughly 9.8 million square kilometers
- Country GDP (in billions): $25,463
- Country Population: Around 331 million
- Country Capital: Washington D.C.
- Country Language: English
- Interesting Fact: The United States has the world's largest economy and is a cultural melting pot.
4 China 1949
China
- Country Area: Approximately 9.6 million square kilometers
- Country GDP (in billions): $17,963
- Country Population: Over 1.4 billion
- Country Capital: Beijing
- Country Language: Mandarin
- Interesting Fact: China has a rich history that dates back thousands of years, with significant contributions to philosophy, art, and technology.
5 Brazil 1822
Brazil
- Country Area: Roughly 8.5 million square kilometers
- Country GDP (in billions): $1,920
- Country Population: Approximately 213 million
- Country Capital: Brasília
- Country Language: Portuguese
- Interesting Fact: Home to the Amazon Rainforest, Brazil boasts the largest tropical rainforest globally.
6 Australia 1901
Australia
- Country Area: About 7.69 million square kilometers
- Country GDP (in billions): $1675
- Country Population: Roughly 25 million
- Country Capital: Canberra
- Country Language: English
- Interesting Fact: Known for its unique wildlife, stunning landscapes, and the Great Barrier Reef.
7 India 1947
India
- Country Area: Approximately 3.3 million square kilometers
- Country GDP (in billions): $3,385
- Country Population: Over 1.3 billion
- Country Capital: New Delhi
- Country Language: Hindi, English
- Interesting Fact: India is the world's largest democracy and boasts diverse cultures and traditions.
8 Argentina 1816
- Area: Around 2,780,400 square kilometers
- Country: Argentina
- GDP in Billions: $633
- Population: Approximately 45 million (as of last available data)
- Capital: Buenos Aires
- Official Language: Spanish
- Independence Day: July 9, 1816
9 Kazakhstan 1991
Kazakhstan
- Area: Approximately 2.7 million square kilometers.
- GDP: Medium
- Population: Around 19 million
- Capital: Nur-Sultan
- Official Languages: Kazakh and Russian
- Interesting Fact: Kazakhstan is the world's largest landlocked country.
10 Algeria 1962
Algeria
- Area: About 2.4 million square kilometers.
- GDP: Medium
- Population: Approximately 44 million
- Capital: Algiers
- Official Language: Arabic and Berber
- Interesting Fact: Algeria is the largest country in Africa and is known for its diverse landscapes.
