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A desert is an area that receives little precipitation. Deserts can be hot or cold. Most deserts are quite barren as the dry conditions are too hostile to most plant and animal life. Desert flora and fauna have special adaptations that help them survive the harsh environment. Humans also dwell in desert areas. Traditionally, they have led nomadic lives. According to estimates, about one-third of the terrestrial surface area of the Earth is either arid or semi-arid. The largest deserts in the world have been mentioned below. #10 Great Basin Desert Area in sq.km- 492.000 Area in miles – 190.000 The Great Basin Desert is the largest desert in the United States of America and the 10th biggest one in the world. It covers an area of about 190,000 square miles. It is bordered by the Rocky Mountains to the east, the Sierra Nevada range to the west, the Sonoran and Mojave Deserts to the south, and the Columbia Plateau in the north. The Great Basin Desert is a cold des

What if we say that there are countries in the world, which only needs a few hours or probably a half-day to criss-cross the whole landscape? Yes, we are talking about some of the smallest countries in the world. Visiting these countries might make you wonder that you have reached a town or a hamlet. Some countries are so tiny that even some of the biggest metropolitan cities in the world are colossal when compared to them. There are countries in the world covering an area of less than 400 square Kilometres. Most of these tiny countries are located in Europe, the Pacific and the Caribbean islands. You only need a day or two to explore the whole country. Travelling to these countries is an amazing experience as you explore their culture and natural attractions. Many of the countries are also some of the richest in the world, perfect for an amazing holiday. Let us go through these countries one by one to explore their beautiful landscape, people, heritage and more. #10