1. Bill Tawil, population 0.0002 million
Last winter, when Jeremiah Heaton, who lives in Virginia, was playing with his daughter at home, her daughter suddenly asked him: "Dad Than, can I be a real princess?"
Heaton is a father of three children and a miner. His 6-year-old daughter Emily has always had a princess dream. Although he didn't want to say empty words to make her happy, he still answered her: "Yes."
A few months later, Heaton traveled to southern Egypt and discovered an unclaimed 800 square miles there. of desert. So on Emily's seventh birthday, he planted a blue flag decorated with four stars and a crown in a rocky mountain.
The sandy land is located on the border of Sudan. The locals call it Bir Tawil, and the Heaton family called it the "Kingdom of North Sudan" after entering. Heaton became king and established the world's smallest country with only two people, and his daughter Emily successfully became a princess.
2. San Marino has a population of 31,918.
The Republic of San Marino gained independence in 1599. The entire country is located in Italy, with an area of ??no more than 24 square miles (approximately 62 square thousand square miles). m), with a population of more than 30,000.
San Marino is a mountainous territory with well-preserved medieval and Renaissance castles. It has a long and legendary history and is a must-visit place in southern Europe.
The capital city of San Marino is a frequent destination for Italian tourists. What is surprising is that San Marino actually received more than 2 million tourists last year. Small countries are not necessarily located in remote areas. Some small countries are located between several large countries. Some small countries evolved from independent colonies, and some small countries have hereditary monarchs. They are wise and skillful in dancing among several large countries to maintain their own independence and peace. Small countries hide big scenery. Let’s take a look at the 10 most charming and exquisite small countries in the world compiled by the editor!
3. Lesotho has a population of 1.8 million
The Kingdom of Lesotho is located in South Africa is the largest state within a state in the world. The lowest altitude in Lesotho is more than half a mile (about 800 meters), so it is also called the "Land of the Sky". In winter, it is covered with snow, and the main recreational activities include hiking, horse riding, skiing, etc.
In southern Africa, only Lesotho can enjoy skiing. Lesotho has a unique history. In order to avoid being annexed by South Africa, the then king sought protection from the United Kingdom and became a British "protectorate."
Lesotho did not gain independence until the 1960s. A blessing in disguise, Lesotho also avoided the negative effects of the apartheid system that plagued South Africa in the 20th century.
4. Brunei has a population of 387,000.
Brunei is a small country on the coast of East Malaysia. It has unique fishery resources, is adjacent to important shipping channels, and is buried within its territory. With considerable oil resources, it is a rich country.
Brunei's full name is "Brunei Darussalam" and it has been under the rule of the same family for the past 600 years. Today, the Sultan of Brunei (the Sultan is the King) and the Parliament have separate powers, but they still have huge influence among more than 400,000 people. Small countries are not necessarily located in remote areas. Some small countries are located between several large countries.
Some small countries evolved from independent colonies, and some small countries have hereditary monarchs. They are wise and skillful in dancing among several large countries to maintain their own independence and peace. Small countries hide big scenery. Let’s take a look at the 10 most charming and exquisite small countries in the world compiled by the editor!
Brunei’s oil resources are under the sea, so most of the islands are In an undeveloped state. There are small and exquisite stilt houses scattered on the water. They are grouped in small groups, forming unique floating villages. Even near the capital Bandar Seri Begawan, similar stilt houses are common.
Primitive tropical rainforest, colorful coral reefs, quietly flowing rivers, magnificent mosques, modern buildings, an atmosphere that blends Malay and Chinese culture... Brunei hides too many scenery and story.
5. Liechtenstein, population 39,473
The Principality of Liechtenstein is sandwiched between Austria and Switzerland, and German is spoken in the country. Liechtenstein is a beautiful mountain country and ski resort with classic architecture and quaint traditional Alpine villages. It attracts a large number of tourists every year.
Liechtenstein has close economic and political ties with Switzerland, so the Swiss franc is used within the country. The capital, Vaduz, has a large number of classic buildings and is also home to luxurious high-end shopping malls.
6. Luxembourg with a population of 0.5453 million
The Principality of Luxembourg is also a small European country. It is located between France, Germany and Belgium. It has fairy-tale beautiful castles and small villages. The country's capital is Luxembourg City. In addition to the famous tourist attraction Echternach, which has a large population, most of the citizens live in the suburbs.
The forested valleys, beautiful highland scenery, and fairy tale-like classical and elegant towns attract a large number of tourists. Thanks to its developed financial, technology and steel industries, Luxembourg is now one of the richest countries on the European continent.
With a population of 500,000 and an area of ??approximately 10,000 square miles (approximately 25,900 square kilometers), it can be called a "big country" among the nine small countries reviewed in this article. Small countries are not necessarily located in remote areas. Some small countries are located between several large countries. Some small countries evolved from independent colonies, and some small countries have hereditary monarchs. They are wise and skillful in dancing among several large countries to maintain their own independence and peace. Small countries hide big scenery. Let’s take a look at the 10 most charming and exquisite small countries in the world compiled by the editor!
7. Monaco has a population of 36,371 people
The Principality of Monaco is located in French Riviera, just a few miles from the Italian border. Monaco is the second smallest country in the world in terms of area. Unlike other small countries, Monaco is a highly urbanized country, with more than 30,000 people living in less than 1 square mile (1.95 square kilometers) of land. It is also one of the most famous small countries in the world.
Monte Carlo, the largest city in the territory, is famous for its sports car culture, dazzling casinos and luxurious hotels, while other slightly older areas are famous for their open-air markets and unique narrow streets.
There are many classical and elegant buildings here, beautiful coastline and beautiful hilly scenery are everywhere. Museums, art galleries, and aquariums are all competing for beauty. It is really a paradise for tourists. When choosing a hotel, tourists with a limited budget can consider budget apartments in Nice, France, which are not far apart.
8. Vatican City, population 0.0428 million
The Vatican City State is located in Rome, the capital of Italy. It is the smallest sovereign state in the world and is smaller than some city blocks. The Vatican has many museums, art galleries, gardens and historical buildings. The famous St. Peter's Basilica is located in the Vatican City State.
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Standing in the so-called square of the Vatican, you can have an unobstructed view of the surrounding buildings. During festivals and religious celebrations, the small square is packed to the brim.
9. Andorra, population 75,000
Andorra *** is located between Spain and France in the Pyrenees Mountains, with a population of 75,000. Andorra was once a remote and poor country. Later, it became the first choice for tourists and European immigrants because of its extremely low tax rate and beautiful scenery.
In addition to skiing and mountain biking, Andorra’s towns also boast beautiful ancient architecture that has been preserved for centuries.
The capital, Andorra La Vella, is the largest city in the territory and has many duty-free shops.
The boom in tourism has injected strong impetus into the local retail industry. It is estimated that every 40 Andorran people own one store. There are many small hotels and apartments in the old neighborhoods of Andorra la Vella, which is very convenient for tourists who want to explore the beautiful scenery of the mountains and find the scenery at the bottom of the valley.
10. Swaziland, population 1.2 million
Swaziland is located at the junction of South Africa and Mozambique. Its domestic tourism industry is characterized by traditional culture and natural scenery.
The territory’s Hlane Royal National Park, Mlawula Nature Reserve, and Malolotja Nature Reserve have a large number of untouched areas. The activities affect the wildlife and beautiful natural scenery. White rhinos, lions, zebras and elephants live here contentedly.
In addition, Swaziland has a rich traditional culture, and thousands of tourists come here every year for traditional festivals.