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Largest Countries
The world’s largest countries are not just vast in size—they’re rich in diversity, culture, and natural beauty. Spanning across continents, these countries boast expansive landscapes, from towering mountain ranges and endless deserts to dense forests and sprawling coastlines. The top 10 largest countries in the world offer a wide range of environments and experiences, from the icy tundras of Russia to the lush rainforests of Brazil and the sweeping plains of Canada. Whether you’re exploring the vibrant cities of China, hiking through the rugged terrain of the United States, or experiencing the vast wilderness of Australia, these countries are as diverse as they are massive.
1. Russia - 17.1 million km²
Location: Eastern Europe and northern Asia.
Russia is the largest country in the world, stretching across 11 time zones and encompassing vast wilderness, tundras, and forests.
2. Canada - 9.98 million km²
Location: North America.
Known for its extensive natural beauty, Canada has vast forests, mountain ranges, and thousands of lakes.
3. United States - 9.83 million km²
Location: North America.
The U.S. has a diverse landscape, ranging from deserts and mountain ranges to large cities and extensive coastlines.
4. China - 9.6 million km²
Location: East Asia.
China's terrain includes vast plateaus, mountains like the Himalayas, deserts, and large rivers like the Yangtze and Yellow River.
5. Brazil - 8.51 million km²
Location: South America.
Brazil contains the majority of the Amazon rainforest, the world's largest tropical rainforest, alongside diverse ecosystems.
6. Australia - 7.69 million km²
Location: Oceania.
A massive continent-country with diverse ecosystems, from the Outback to tropical rainforests and extensive coastlines.
7. India - 3.29 million km²
Location: South Asia.
India has a wide range of landscapes, including the Himalayan mountains, deserts, and tropical forests.
8. Argentina - 2.78 million km²
Location: South America.
Argentina is known for its Pampas grasslands, Patagonian region, and the Andes mountains.
9. Kazakhstan - 2.72 million km²
Location: Central Asia.
Kazakhstan has vast steppe regions and is one of the world’s largest landlocked countries.
10. Algeria - 2.38 million km²
Location: North Africa.
Algeria's terrain is mostly desert, with the vast Sahara desert occupying a large part of the country.
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