A newly updated global ranking of countries by total land area places Russia as the world’s largest nation, spanning approximately 6.6 million square miles across Europe and Asia.
The list highlights the ten biggest countries by size, showcasing vast geographical diversity ranging from frozen Arctic landscapes to tropical rainforests and expansive deserts.
The top 10 largest countries in the world by area are:
1. Russia – 6,592,846 sq miles
2. Canada – 3,848,758 sq miles
3. United States – 3,809,525 sq miles
4. China – 3,696,116 sq miles
5. Brazil – 3,285,890 sq miles
6. Australia – 2,968,401 sq miles
7. India – 1,269,219 sq miles
8. Argentina
9. Kazakhstan
10. Algeria.
Russia maintains a commanding lead due to its massive transcontinental territory, while Canada holds second place with its extensive wilderness and freshwater systems.
India ranks seventh globally, combining its significant landmass with one of the highest population densities in the world.
Experts note that these vast territories reflect the planet’s extraordinary natural diversity, from icy tundras and mountain ranges to forests, plains, and deserts spread across multiple continents.

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