Countries come in all shapes and sizes. Some of the largest sovereign countries by measure of surface area include Russia, Canada and the U.S., according to nationsonline.org. But what is the smallest ...

Some countries are so tiny they could disappear into the suburbs of a big city — yet they’re rich in culture, history, and charm. The world’s smallest nations might not take up much space on a map, ...

World's smallest country, Vatican City is home to major religious and cultural landmarks. Scroll down to know more about the country.

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The tiny African island nation of Cape Verde qualified for the World Cup for the first time on Monday after beating Eswatini 3-0. With a population smaller than that of the U.S. state of Vermont, Cape ...

The Vatican City in Rome, Italy is the home of the Pope and 450 citizens. With a population of just 800, its sovereignty was recognized by Italian government under Lateran Treaty on 11th February 1929 ...

From walled cities to cliff-hugging capitals, these pint-sized nations prove that small doesn’t mean less. In just 24 hours, you can cross entire borders, sample local cuisine, and still have time for ...

Curaçao clinched a spot in the 2026 World Cup on a wild final night of Concacaf qualification, becoming the smallest nation (since World War II) to qualify for international soccer's biggest event.