A Complete Guide

Canada has the most lakes in the world

Canada has the most lakes of any country in the world.

There are around 879,000 lakes, with about 62% of the world's lakes located here in Canada. Many of these lakes are remnants of glacial activity from the last Ice Age.

The largest lakes in Canada include Lake Superior, Lake Huron, and Great Bear Lake.

China has the most rivers in the world

China has the most rivers of any country, with over 50,000 rivers that have a basin area of at least 100 square kilometers. These rivers vary in size and significance, with major ones including: Yangtze River (longest in Asia)

Yellow River (China's "Mother River"), Pearl River, Mekong River (partially flows through China)

The large number of rivers in China is due to its vast land area, diverse geography, and significant rainfall in many regions.

Norway has the most waterfalls in the world

The country with the most waterfalls is Norway. It is home to thousands of waterfalls, many of which are among the highest in the world. Norway's mountainous terrain, abundant rainfall, and numerous glaciers contribute to the formation of these spectacular waterfalls. Some of the most famous ones include:

Vinnufossen (the tallest in Norway and Europe, at 860 meters), Langfoss (often ranked among the most beautiful waterfalls in the world), Seven Sisters (De Syv Søstrene) (a famous set of waterfalls along the Geirangerfjord)

Other countries with a large number of waterfalls include Canada, the United States, and New Zealand, but Norway stands out due to its density of waterfalls across its rugged landscape.

Canada has the most ponds (natural) in the world

Canada has the highest number of natural ponds due to its vast glacial landscapes, boreal forests, and wetlands.

Over 2 million lakes, and these often include countless smaller ponds in forests, swamps, and around rivers. The Boreal forest region in particular is filled with millions of small natural water bodies. The Arctic tundra also features numerous small ponds that form in depressions in the land.

The United States has the most caves in the world

The United States has more than 45,000 documented caves, with new ones still being discovered. The large number of caves is due to the extensive limestone formations across the country, particularly in regions like Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, and Texas.

Some of the most famous caves in the U.S. include: Mammoth Cave (Kentucky) — The longest cave system in the world (over 426 miles mapped). Carlsbad Caverns (New Mexico) — Known for its massive chambers and formations. Lechuguilla Cave (New Mexico) — One of the deepest and most decorated caves in the U.S.

Other countries with many caves include China, Mexico, and Slovenia, but the U.S. has the highest number overall.

Indonesia has the most volcanoes

Indonesia has the most volcanoes of any country in the world, with about 147 volcanoes, of which 76 are active. It is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, a highly active tectonic region.

Some of Indonesia's most famous volcanoes include:

Mount Merapi (one of the most active and dangerous in the world), Mount Krakatoa (infamous for its massive 1883 eruption), Mount Tambora (caused the "Year Without a Summer" in 1815), Mount Bromo (a popular tourist attraction)

Other countries with many volcanoes include the United States (especially in Alaska), Japan, and Russia, but Indonesia has the highest number overall.

Russia has the most forests in the world

Russia has the most forests of any country in the world. It is home to about 8.15 million square kilometers (3.15 million square miles) of forest, covering nearly 50% of its total land area. This makes up about 20% of the world's total forest area.

The largest forest in Russia is the Siberian Taiga, which is also the biggest forest in the world. Other significant forests in Russia include:

The Boreal Forest (Taiga) — A massive coniferous forest spanning much of Siberia. The Ural Mountain Forests — A mix of deciduous and coniferous trees. The Russian Far East Forests — Home to unique species like the Siberian tiger.

Other countries with vast forests include Brazil (home to the Amazon Rainforest), Canada, and the United States, but Russia has the largest forested area overall.

Australia has the most beaches in the world

Australia has the most beaches of any country in the world, with over 10,000 beaches along its vast coastline of around 25,760 km (16,000 miles). If you visited a new beach every day, it would take about 27 years to see them all!

Some of Australia's most famous beaches include: Whitehaven Beach (Queensland) — Known for its pure white silica sand. Bondi Beach (Sydney) — A world-famous surfing and tourist hotspot. Cable Beach (Western Australia) — Famous for its camel rides and stunning sunsets. Wineglass Bay (Tasmania) — A breathtaking crescent-shaped beach.

Other countries with many beaches include the United States, Canada, and Indonesia, but Australia's combination of coastline length, island geography, and beach diversity makes it the leader.

China has the most mountains in the world

China has the most mountains of any country, with over 50% of its land covered by mountains. It is home to several major mountain ranges, including:

The Himalayas — Includes Mount Everest (8,848.86 m), the world's highest peak. The Tian Shan — A massive range in northwestern China. The Kunlun Mountains — One of the longest mountain chains in Asia. The Hengduan Mountains — Known for their deep gorges and biodiversity.

Other highly mountainous countries include Nepal, the United States, and Russia, but China's vast land area and numerous mountain ranges give it the highest number overall.

Sweden has the most islands in the world

Sweden has the most islands in the world, with around 267,570 islands! However, only about 1,000 of them are inhabited.

Many of Sweden's islands are located in the Stockholm Archipelago, which alone has over 30,000 islands, islets, and skerries. Other major archipelagos include the Gothenburg and Bohuslän archipelagos along the western coast.

While Sweden has the highest number of islands, Canada comes in second with around 52,455 islands, including large ones like Baffin Island and Victoria Island.

This is the complete guide to world's top countries for lakes, mountains, volcanoes and other natural marvels. 

You might also like to check out crazy and interesting facts about Antarctica. 

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The paradise Island Nauru that is now just a devillish hell.

I hope you enjoyed reading this list.