Top SMALLEST Countries In The World!

Check out the top smallest countries in the world! From tiny islands like nauru, tuvalu and the maldives to other small countries, this top 10 list has the tiniest countries on earth!

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#10 Malta
Malta is an archipelago or a group of islands in the Mediterranean Sea. It is located 50 miles south of Italy. The country is 122sq miles which is 10 miles smaller than Las Vegas, Nevada.
Malta is small enough that you may not have realized its importance to world history. Its location has given it great importance as it has been ruled by various leaders such as the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Knights of St. John, and many more.
King George VI even awarded the George Cross to Malta in 1942 for Malta’s great bravery in World War II. This is why the Cross is on Malta’s national flag. It wasn’t until 1964 that Malta gained independence from the United Kingdom and then became a republic in 1974. The official languages of Malta are Maltese and English. Maltese is very unique in that it descends from the Arabic that developed in Sicily between the 9th and 12th century. It evolved independently of Arabic and became Latinised over the years. Its population as 2015 is about 432,000 people.
Malta is a popular destination for tourists mostly for its historical monuments and structures. Its beautiful views and crystal clear water surrounding the island make it a wonderful place to visit. The clear view of the crystal sea surrounding the island is also appealing. Valletta, which is Malta’s number one destination, is the shining star. Its 16th century buildings are in wonderful condition. The shocker? Valletta is hardly 1000ft across. So much to see in such a small area!
#9 Maldives
The Maldives is a South Asian country located in the Arabian Sea. What is so unique about the Maldives is that it’s made up of 26 atolls that spread out over the sea. Because of this, it is one of the most widely dispersed countries in the world. The name Maldives could literally translate into garland or necklace islands.
An atoll is a ring-shaped coral reef that encircles a lagoon partially or completely. There are 26 of these in the Maldives that separate the islands. It isn’t just widely dispersed, but it is also the lowest country in the world as far as elevation goes. Even its highest point is the lowest. The average height is around 5 feet above sea level, and the highest point in the entire nation is just under 8 feet (about 2.4 meters). One of the most highly sought after experiences in the Maldives is their adventure tourism that offers tourists a chance to swim with sharks, manta rays, and other sea creatures.
Islam was adopted in 1153 and the islands were under the Sultan of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka).
While it used to be considered an isolated nation with an authoritarian government, it has now become one of the top luxury travel destinations in the world. Population? About 409,000.
#8 Saint Kitts and Nevis
The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis is a two-island country in the West Indies. Again, this country may seem unimportant but it has been called "The Mother Colony of the West Indies" and is in fact the birthplace of Alexander Hamilton.
Nevis was originally called San Martin by Christopher Columbus in 1493.Columbus originally named the island after his patron saint, St.Christopher. It isn’t known who changed the name to St. Kitts and Nevis. Its area is about 269k2 (104 m2)
Currently the population is around 55,500. Tourists are attracted to Saint Kitts and Nevis for its nature. Many believe the combination of the mountainous beauty and majestic sea is beyond is the perfect paradise. From botanical gardens to beautiful beaches, Saint Kitts and Nevis are one of a kind. But their most popular attraction is their national park. Besides natural wonders, this park is full of barracks and other military defenses from centuries ago. The French, Spanish, and the Kalinago people all built barriers and other military structures here and many of them still stand today.
Like many of the surrounding islands, St. Kitts was formed by volcanoes, the tallest thought to have erupted some 200 years ago.

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