2007-01-31 09:16:48 · 2 answers · asked by aunty_sar 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
It is Vatican City. Offically it is the smallest country in the world.
2007-01-31 09:19:06 · answer #1 · answered by Klingon Atheist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vatican City - 0.2 square miles - The world's smallest state, the Vatican has a population of 770, none of whom are permanent residents. The tiny country which surrounds St. Peter's Basilica is the spiritual center for the world's Roman Catholics (over 1 billion strong). Also known as the Holy See, Vatican City is surrounded by Rome, Italy.
So, vatican city is technically the smallest country. The smallest country with permanent residents is Monaco.
Monaco - 0.7 square miles - The tiny state of Monaco lies along the French Riviera on the French Mediterranean coast near Nice.
An impressive 32,000 people live in this state known for its Monte Carlo casinos and Princess Grace. It has been independent off-and-on since the 13th century.
2007-01-31 18:11:35 · answer #2 · answered by Minerva 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋