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🇻🇦 Vatican City Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Vatican City is a country in Southern Europe, Europe. It covers a total area of 0.44 km² and is a landlocked country with no coastline. It shares land borders with 1 country.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Europe
geographical region
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Region
Southern Europe
sub-region
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Total Area
0.44 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
1,818/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
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Independence
1929
established
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Climate
Mediterranean, sunny and mild
general type

Location and Position

Vatican City is situated in Southern Europe, within the broader continent of Europe. As a landlocked country, Vatican City has no direct access to the sea, which historically influenced its trade routes and development. Access to international markets relies on agreements with neighbouring countries.

Size and Area

Vatican City covers a total area of 0.44 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 800 across this area, the population density is 1,818/km². The capital city is Vatican City.

Climate

The climate of Vatican City is mediterranean, sunny and mild. The best time to visit is generally April–June, September–October, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Vatican City

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Italy
Rome

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vatican City located?

Vatican City is located in Southern Europe, Europe. The capital city is Vatican City.

How large is Vatican City?

Vatican City has a total area of 0.44 km² with a population density of 1,818/km².

What countries border Vatican City?

Vatican City shares land borders with: Italy.

What is the climate of Vatican City?

The climate of Vatican City is Mediterranean, sunny and mild. The best time to visit is April–June, September–October.

What timezone is Vatican City in?

Vatican City observes UTC+1/2 timezone.

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