Europe · Southern Europe
Capital: Vatican City
Vatican City
Explore the facts and rankings that shape Vatican City in Country Blitz, from its population and economy to its military, innovation, manufacturing, and neighboring countries.
Country Blitz power profile
Overall rank #196
Vatican City's Country Blitz power profile compares population, GDP, military expenditure, research-and-development spending, and manufacturing output across every playable country. A lower numerical rank represents a stronger position in that category.
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Quick facts
- Capital
- Vatican City
- Region
- Europe
- Subregion
- Southern Europe
- Country code
- VAT
- Neighbors
- Italy
Three interesting facts
Vatican City is the world’s smallest sovereign state by both area and population.
With an area of roughly 0.49 square kilometers, Vatican City is among the world’s smallest sovereign states.
Vatican City is one of the countries whose capital shares the same name as the country itself.
Geography
Vatican City on the map
Vatican City is located in Southern Europe, an enclave of Rome (Italy). Its terrain is urban, low hill. The climate is temperate, mild, rainy winters (September to May) with hot, dry summers (May to September). In area, the country is about 0.7 times the size of the National Mall in Washington, DC.
Economy
Economic profile
Vatican City's economy is characterized by limited, tourism-based economy, euro user with own minted coins, produces commemorative stamps, coins, and publications to support museums and religious needs, residents pay no direct taxes, &ldquo, zero deficit&rdquo, plan to address budget shortfall. Major industries include printing, production of coins, medals, postage stamps, mosaics, staff uniforms, worldwide banking and financial activities. Employment and livelihoods differ between urban centers and rural communities. Trade links connect Vatican City with regional and global markets.
Demographics
People and population
Vatican City has an estimated population of 882. Language and cultural traditions vary across Vatican City. The population includes Italian, Swiss, Argentinian, and other nationalities from around the world (2017). The urban population represents 100% of total population (2023).
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