Geography

What is the smallest independent country in the world?

Vatican City

Background

Vatican City covers just 0.44 square kilometers. It sits in the middle of Rome and has about 800 residents. The Pope is its head of state. The country has its own post office, stamps and even a Swiss Guard in colorful uniforms.

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