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World Atlas

Search thousands of maps, flags, articles and statistics in this interactive World Atlas.

Compare Countries

A unique geography tool that gives you quick facts and statistics on any two countries side-by-side.

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Recommended Primary Sources


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Britannica Contributors


Britannica’s contributors include eminent scholars, experts, Nobel laureates, and world leaders, such as: