Earth is a dynamic planet, changing inside and outside. The planet earth has a total surface area of 510,072,000 square kilometers. The whole area includes both landmass and water coverage area. Almost 71% of the total surface area is covered with water. The remaining 29% of the mainland is about 149 million square kilometers. The largest countries in the world cover almost 50% of land In the earth’s landmass. The world’s largest countries are classified in terms of surface area. According to the surface area, Russia is the largest country in the world, spreading over two continents, Asia and Europe. Canada, China, the United States, and India are the world’s second, third, fourth, and seventh-largest countries in the world, based on surface area, respectively. Here we have mentioned the top 10 largest countries based on their coverage area and some interesting facts about each country are listed below.

Top 10 Largest countries in the world

 

Rank	Country Name	Capital city	Tot. Area (Sq.kms)	Tot. Area (Sq. mi)
1	Russia	Moscow	17,098,246	6,601,670
2	Canada	Ottawa	9,984,670	3,855,101
3	China	Beijing	9,706,961	3,747,877
4	United States	Washington, DC	9,372,610	3,618,783
5	Brazil	Brasilia	8,515,767	3,287,955
6	Australia	Canberra	7,692,024	2,969,906
7	India	New Delhi	3,287,263	1,269,345
8	Argentina	Buenos Aires	2,780,400	1,073,518
9	Kazakhstan	Astana	2,724,900	1,052,089
10	Algeria	Algiers	2,381,741	919,595

Russia

         Russia is a transcontinental country, having an area of 17,098,242 square kilometers ( 6,601,670 sq mi). It is The world’s largest country, occupying 11% of the earth’s landmass. It spans two continents, Asia and Europe. Moscow is the largest state in Russia and is also Russia’s capital city. The country Russia is also known as the Russian Federation. It was the 9th most populous country in the world, with 144 million people living in the country. The official language of the country is Russian.

       The 1993 constitution declares Russia, a democratic country with a republican form of government. The famous thing in Russia is that it has one of the world’s oldest and largest squares, named Red Square in Moscow. It also has unique iconic buildings, such as st. Basil’s Cathedral and Moscow State University. The world’s longest railway is located in Russia and has one of the world’s busiest metros. The first version of Tetris was invented in this country in 1984. Most Russian people have superstitions.   

              The Russian Federation has the world’s largest coal reserves, and 20% of global natural gas is obtained here. It has rich mineral reserves of manganese, nickel, diamond, Iron, gold, and graphite. Due to these vast mineral deposits, Russia is the world’s second-largest oil exporter and the largest producer and exporter of natural gas. It consists of the most beautiful terrain from the coldest region in st. Peter’s burg in the west to the mountainous range in the east. In winter, temperatures in some parts of the country reach -60 degrees centigrades. But Russians are well prepared for these abnormal weather conditions. They have been wearing traditional felt boots named ‘valenki’ since ancient times to avoid the effects of these minus temperatures. 

Canada

        Canada is the second-largest country in the world, having a total surface area of 9,984,670 square kilometers (3,855,101 square miles), occupying 6.1 % of the world’s landmass. The country includes ten provinces and three territories. The country spreads over North America, and Ottawa is the capital city of Canada. The official languages of the country are English and French.

           Canada is well known for its Telecommunication infrastructure. Canada is home to various natural resources such as oil, mining, nickel, uranium, diamonds, gold, lead, and crude petroleum. This natural resource extraction leads to a prominent position worldwide and among top 5 global producers. Also, it has the world’s second place for its oil reserves.  

          Canada has countless manmade and natural wonders, such as the world’s iconic Niagara Falls, Stanley park, Toronto’s CN tower, and the Rocky mountains. These breathtaking views attract millions of tourists each year.

China 

         China is commonly known as the People’s Republic of china. The country ranked third in the world by area, having a total surface area of 9,706,961 square kilometers (3,747,877 square miles), occupying 6.3% of the world’s landmass.  The country spreads over east Asia, and Beijing is China’s capital city. 70% of the people in China use Mandarin Chinese. China is also considered the People’s Republic of China. It is the largest populous country in the world, having more than 1.4 billion of population. Chinese are 20% of the total world’s population. 

                 The Chinese civilizations are over 5,000 years old. Religion has a vital role in Chinese society. The people believe in Buddhism and Taoism, the most popular faiths in china. It has significant economic power and is named the factory of the world due to the production of steel, fertilizers, clothing, and toys. China is the world’s largest exporter and second-largest importer and is the first inventor of paper money. 

              The People’s Republic of China has 20% of the world’s population. It has extensive railway lines, and it loops twice around the earth. China is home to ancient monuments such as the Great wall of china, an artificial structure. Every five years, the Chinese build a new skyscraper.  

United States            

        The United States is officially known as the United States of America,  ranked fourth in the world by area, having a total surface area of 9,372,610 square kilometers (3,618,783 square miles), occupying 6.1% of the world’s landmass. The country is located in North America. Washington, DC, is the capital city of the US. The country ranked third in the world by population.

          The United States is home to natural wonders such as Death Valley, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone National Park, Florida Everglades, and the Great lakes. The country is famous for its McDonald’s, Hollywood, and Disney. 

Brazil 

    Brazil ranked five in the world in terms of area. It has a total surface area of  8,515,767 square kilometers (3,28 7,955 square miles), occupying 5.6% of the world’s landmass. Brasilia is the capital city of the country Brazil. The country is located in South America and is the largest country in South America. Regarding population, Brazil is the sixth largest country in the world, and Portuguese is the official language of Brazil. The country is famous for its rainforests, stunning beaches, and diverse cities. The most popular city in Brazil is Reo De Janeiro, famous for its beaches, Mountains, and the Carnival fest.

Australia 

      Australia is in sixth place in the top 10 largest countries in the world by area. The country has an area of 7,692,024 square kilometers (2,969,906 square miles) and occupies 5.2% of the world’s landmass. The capital city of Australia is Canberra. English is the universally spoken language in Australia. 90% of the Australian population lives on the coast. Australia is home to marsupials such as Kangaroos, Wombats and cute Koalas.  The Opera House in Sydney is an architectural masterpiece that attracts international visitors annually. Melbourne and Brisbane are the other famous cities in Australia.

India

          India is the seventh-largest country in the world in terms of area. It has an area of 3,287,263 square kilometers (1,269,345 square miles) and occupies 2.0% of the world’s landmass. New Delhi is the capital city of the country of India. The country spreads over South Asia. Hindi in Devanagari script and English are the official languages of India. The country is the second largest country in the world regarding the area. Most Endangered species Bengal Tiger is the national symbol of India.

           India has various cultures and religions. In India, nearly 21 languages are included. India is known for its unity in diversity. The country is home to beautiful landscapes and breathtaking natural wonders, from the Himalayan mountains to the Indian ocean. It also has Thar deserts and snowy mountains. The country is home to Asian elephants, snow leopards, rhinoceros, water buffalo, and wild tigers. India has significant natural reserves such as coal, iron ore, manganese, mica, bauxite, lithium ore natural gas, and limestone.   

 Argentina 

       Argentina is in eighth place in the top 10 largest countries in the world by area. The country has a total surface area of 2,780,400 square kilometers (1,073,518 square miles), occupying 1.8% of the world’s landmass. The country spreads over the Southern half of South America and is the second largest country after Brazil. Buenos Aires is the capital city and largest city of Argentina. The official language of the country is Spanish. Argentina is one of the world’s beef producers and exporters. The country has the predominant places to visit, such as classic cities, valleys, mountains, and impressive glaciers, and attracts many tourists worldwide.

Kazakhstan

        Kazakhstan ranked ninth in the world’s largest country in terms of area. The country has an area of 2,724,900 square kilometers ( 1,052,089 square miles) and occupies 1.8% of the world’s landmass. The country is located in central Asia. The official languages of the country are Kazhak and Russian. Astana is the capital city of Kazakhstan. Kazakhstan is home to the world’s largest lake, the Caspian sea. The country is famous for its architectural marvels and its wild horses.

Algeria

    Algeria is one of the top 10 largest countries in the world by area. The country has an area of 2,381,741 square kilometers ( 919,595 square miles) and occupies 1.6% of the world’s landmass. The country is located in North Africa. Algiers is the capital city of the country. Algerian Berber and Arabic are the official languages of Algeria.  

   

      The world’s largest countries have unique features and are home to many industries, wildlife, lakes, mountains, and historical monuments. Some of them have predominant places to visit and attract many tourists worldwide.

     

Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What are the top 10 largest countries in the world by area?

Russia, Canada, China, the United States, Brazil, Australia, India, Argentina, Kazakhstan, and Algeria are the top 10 largest countries in the world in terms of area.

• Which country is the largest in the world in terms of area?

Russia is the largest country in the world by area.

• Which country is the smallest in the world by area?

Vatican City is the smallest country in the world by area.

• Which is the second largest country in the world by area?

Canada is the second largest country in the world by area.

• Which is the third largest country in the world by area?

The People’s Republic of China is the third largest country in the world by area.