Top 10 Biggest Countries in the World by Square Miles

Explore the largest countries in the world ranked by their total area in square miles, including key facts about each nation.

Top 10 Biggest Countries in the World by Square Miles

  1. Russia - Approximately 6,602,000 square miles
  2. Canada - Approximately 3,855,000 square miles
  3. China - Approximately 3,696,000 square miles
  4. United States - Approximately 3,796,000 square miles
  5. Brazil - Approximately 3,286,000 square miles
  6. Australia - Approximately 2,968,000 square miles
  7. India - Approximately 1,269,000 square miles
  8. Argentina - Approximately 1,072,000 square miles
  9. Kazakhstan - Approximately 1,052,000 square miles
  10. Algeria - Approximately 919,000 square miles

These countries are recognized not only for their vast land areas but also for their diverse geography, climates, and cultures. Russia stands out as the largest country in the world, significantly larger than the next largest country, Canada.

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