Islands come in all shapes and sizes—some tropical, some rocky, and others tucked away in cold lakes or fjords. But have you ever wondered which countries have the most islands? Thanks to updated satellite maps and local surveys, we now know which places lead the list.
Here’s a look at the top 10 countries with the highest number of natural islands (big or small), based on the most recent data:
🌍 1. Sweden – 267,570 islands
Sweden has more islands than any other country! While most are tiny and uninhabited, they form a beautiful natural landscape of forests and lakes.
🌊 2. Norway – 239,057 islands
Norway’s rugged coast and deep fjords are home to thousands of small islands, including Arctic ones like Svalbard.
🏞️ 3. Finland – 178,947 islands
Finland’s archipelago and lake regions are filled with little islands, making the country one of the most island-rich in the world.
🇨🇦 4. Canada – 52,455 islands
From icy Arctic islands to the famous Vancouver Island, Canada has thousands of remote and wild landmasses.
🇺🇸 5. United States – 18,617 islands
The U.S. includes islands across Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, and even in the Pacific Ocean, like Guam and American Samoa.
🇮🇩 6. Indonesia – 17,504 islands
Indonesia is the world’s largest island country, stretching across 5,000 km, many islands of which are volcanic and full of biodiversity.
🇯🇵 7. Japan – 14,125 islands
After a new count in 2023, Japan’s island number doubled. Most of them are small and uninhabited.
🇦🇺 8. Australia – 8,222 islands
Besides its main landmass, Australia includes Tasmania and thousands of small coastal islands.
🇵🇭 9. Philippines – 7,641 islands
This tropical nation has over 2,000 inhabited islands and is full of beaches, coral reefs, and vibrant island life.
🇨🇱 10. Chile – 5,000 islands
Chile’s southern region, especially Patagonia, is dotted with islands and fjords hidden along the coast.
These countries show just how diverse the world’s landscapes are—from frozen islets to sunny beaches. 🌎✨
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